Evan Almon
Director of Creative Learning & Partnerships
Evan Almon serves as JPN Guides’ Director of Creative Learning & Partnerships, bringing over a decade of educational leadership and a lifelong passion for culture, connection, and creativity. With a Master’s in Education and a gift for turning ideas into impact, Evan helps transform our travel experiences into meaningful, immersive learning journeys that stay with you long after the trip ends.
The Curriculum of Curiosity
Evan Almon is a lifelong educator, interdisciplinary thinker, and creative collaborator, serving as JPN Guides’ Director of Creative Learning & Partnerships.
With a Master’s in Education and over a decade of classroom and administrative leadership across Colorado, Evan brings a rare fusion of academic rigor, curriculum innovation, and human-centered storytelling to the team. His work bridges the worlds of education and exploration—ensuring that every journey we offer doesn’t just entertain, but teaches, empowers, and inspires.
At JPN Guides, Evan leads the charge in transforming travel into a platform for deeper learning. He’s the architect behind our educational initiatives, forging meaningful partnerships with universities, cultural organizations, and study abroad programs.
From crafting immersive Japan-focused learning materials to shaping dynamic cross-cultural exchanges, he infuses our experiences with thoughtfulness and impact. Evan’s superpower is turning bold ideas into real-world programs. Whether he’s co-creating the JPN World Academy, developing college travel packages with built-in learning modules, or reimagining how students connect with Japan through food, art, and place—he brings warmth, clarity, and strategic vision to it all.
A multi-instrumentalist, loyal bandmate, and believer in lifelong learning, Evan brings balance to our boots-on-the-ground style of travel. With him on board, we’re building a brand where exploration and education walk hand in hand—one itinerary, student, and story at a time.
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Whether you're an educator, cultural organization, or curious collaborator, Evan would love to connect. If you believe in travel as a tool for learning, growth, and connection—reach out and let’s build something that makes an impact.