About Blank Word

Who Are We?

Led by Jess Thoubboron, Blank Word delivers content strategy, websites, and digital content that focus on what makes each client special. We partner with trusted collaborators to deliver end-to-end content solutions that make a lasting impression. We’re located in the Hudson Valley and operate 100% remotely.

Our Values

  • Community - We care about how we affect others. We want to leave the world in a better place than where we found it.

  • Authenticity - What we say and what we do should be aligned. We seek out people and projects that make us feel good so that we can express ourselves authentically.

  • Uniqueness - By embracing who we are, we stand out in the crowd and empower others to do the same.

Jess Thoubboron, Founder & Content Creator

Jess Thoubboron in front of blue painting
Jess Thoubboron in Puerto Escondido, Mexico
Jess Thoubboron in Zion National Park, UT

Past:

I could never pick just one thing that I wanted to do with my life. It turns out I didn’t have to.

After graduating as an English major from NYU in the midst of the last financial crisis, I dove deep into my creativity. I made short and feature-length films with my friends. I taught myself web design. I published short stories and poems. I spent a lot of time hanging out in nature.

Then I found my first (and only) full-time job working with serial entrepreneur Andrew Weinreich. Over the next 4 years, we built education startup Andrew’s Roadmaps, which offered founders everything they needed to succeed: weekend boot camps, company templates, blog posts, videos, speaking events, and the Predicting Our Future podcast. We taught hundreds of entrepreneurs and helped them make lasting connections that made a big impact on their companies.

Present:

Blank Word is turning five this year. Working for myself initially came as a surprise, but once I started, I couldn’t imagine stopping. I love the freedom it offers. I love how every week is different. I love getting to know new people, learning what they care about, and then translating that for the world.

In my free time, I hike, bike, and spend a lot of time outside with friends and family. I also love traveling near and far and working on my language skills. I’m usually working on a creative project, whether it’s writing, film, or photo related.

Future:

I’m seeking new connections, partners, and projects that most closely align with Blank Word’s values (see above).

Here are some other projects that I’m currently working on:

  • Building Connections - I’m starting local groups to get to know my neighbors and to make people feel less alone. Shoot me an email if you’re in the Hudson Valley and you’re curious about getting involved.

  • Blogging About Life - Sometimes the most interesting things are right in front of us. I’m launching a blog that combines creative writing with my own life experiences.

  • Exploring Videography - With years of photo and film/video experience, I’m delving deeper into videography by experimenting with some short and sweet projects.