About Jensen Gelfond
The origins of Asheville's friendly computer expert
I founded Asheville Digital Lifestyle in 2012 because of a lifelong passion for technology teaching and problem solving. I enjoy working with people just as much as I enjoy working on technology
My first experience with a computer was at age 5, when my family brought home a new and wondrous black and white screened Mac Plus. As a homeschooler, I had the opportunity to dive deeply into the world of computing, and was a voracious learner with help from my Dad, Lew. I was soon committed to teaching parents, grandparents, family and friends how to use their Macs, Windows PCs, and the Internet. I also learned fundamental business skills early, answering the phone for Dad's music business.
Keeping up-to-date on the latest in important technology news and devices has been like breathing air for me. Learning to use technology, and helping others to make the most of it in service to their own life goals, has been a lifelong passion for me. After graduating from Dickinson College in 2008, I came to Asheville and worked for Green Festivals, a national event planning company, where I eventually became the IT Manager. I enjoyed empowering everyone in the office do their best and most effective work with smooth-functioning computer and information technology systems, and I yearned for a way to help more Ashevillians than those in just that one office. In 2012 I founded Asheville Digital Lifestyle, and embarked on my journey to provide compassionate, effective tech teaching and problem-solving to the entire Asheville community.
I provide Business Technology Coaching services for Mountain Bizworks clients and provide volunteer tech help for clients of The Council on Aging of Buncombe County and Helpmate. I also provide volunteer support for people involved with community organizations such as 12 Baskets (Asheville Poverty Initiative), the Racial Justice Coalition, and Story Medicine Worldwide.
I love to teach, and have presented on technology topics for SCORE, UNCA, the Goodwill Business Advisory Council, AARP, and the Council on Aging of Buncombe County’s Successful Aging Conference, among others. My past endeavors in Asheville include participation in Leadership Asheville, recognition from Asheville's "40 Under 40," President of the Kiwanis Club of Asheville, and President of the BNI Mountain Synergy networking organization.
I enjoy hiking, backpacking, and bird watching with my spouse Beth. I also enjoy collaborating with community organizations to work towards a more equitable and sustainable AVL for people and planet.
Thanks for reading! If we've yet to have a conversation, I encourage you to reach out and book a free introductory call using my online scheduler. I look forward to helping you.
Jensen Gelfond
Owner
Asheville Digital Lifestyle
My first experience with a computer was at age 5, when my family brought home a new and wondrous black and white screened Mac Plus. As a homeschooler, I had the opportunity to dive deeply into the world of computing, and was a voracious learner with help from my Dad, Lew. I was soon committed to teaching parents, grandparents, family and friends how to use their Macs, Windows PCs, and the Internet. I also learned fundamental business skills early, answering the phone for Dad's music business.
Keeping up-to-date on the latest in important technology news and devices has been like breathing air for me. Learning to use technology, and helping others to make the most of it in service to their own life goals, has been a lifelong passion for me. After graduating from Dickinson College in 2008, I came to Asheville and worked for Green Festivals, a national event planning company, where I eventually became the IT Manager. I enjoyed empowering everyone in the office do their best and most effective work with smooth-functioning computer and information technology systems, and I yearned for a way to help more Ashevillians than those in just that one office. In 2012 I founded Asheville Digital Lifestyle, and embarked on my journey to provide compassionate, effective tech teaching and problem-solving to the entire Asheville community.
I provide Business Technology Coaching services for Mountain Bizworks clients and provide volunteer tech help for clients of The Council on Aging of Buncombe County and Helpmate. I also provide volunteer support for people involved with community organizations such as 12 Baskets (Asheville Poverty Initiative), the Racial Justice Coalition, and Story Medicine Worldwide.
I love to teach, and have presented on technology topics for SCORE, UNCA, the Goodwill Business Advisory Council, AARP, and the Council on Aging of Buncombe County’s Successful Aging Conference, among others. My past endeavors in Asheville include participation in Leadership Asheville, recognition from Asheville's "40 Under 40," President of the Kiwanis Club of Asheville, and President of the BNI Mountain Synergy networking organization.
I enjoy hiking, backpacking, and bird watching with my spouse Beth. I also enjoy collaborating with community organizations to work towards a more equitable and sustainable AVL for people and planet.
Thanks for reading! If we've yet to have a conversation, I encourage you to reach out and book a free introductory call using my online scheduler. I look forward to helping you.
Jensen Gelfond
Owner
Asheville Digital Lifestyle
In loving memory of Jensen's Corgi co-pilot: Muckaluck!
