About joey
About Joey
Joey Panek is an entertainer at heart, with a career that spans the stage, screen, and digital platform. Whether he's breaking into song, producing a morning talk show, or helping brands find their voice, Joey brings curiosity, creativity, and just the right amount of flair to everything he does.
IN YOUTH
Born and raised in Syracuse, NY, Joey Panek found the stage early—literally. At four years old, he made an impromptu appearance in his brothers’ school talent show and never really stopped performing. Through his teen years, Joey appeared in nearly every community theater production he could audition for, laying the groundwork for a life in storytelling, live performance, and creative expression.
ONSTAGE
After moving to New York City, Joey launched his professional theater career and joined Actors’ Equity Association. He spent the next several years performing across the country in regional theaters and on national tours. Now based in Florida, he continues to perform with area professional theaters.
ON CAMERA
Joey is a co-host of ABC7’s Suncoast View, where he blends curiosity, witty banter, and a love for his community into daily live television. He joined the station in 2013 as Social Trends Correspondent, producing and hosting his own weekly segment (What’s Up, Joey?), before joining the launch of the daily talk show. He served as Executive Producer of Suncoast View for six years. Earlier in his career, he created and starred in original web series that received raves from national media outlets. Whether reporting live or building stories behind the scenes, Joey brings warmth and intention to everything he creates.
ON BRAND
As a creative strategist and content producer, Joey works with lifestyle, hospitality, and arts brands to help tell their stories across media platforms. He co-founded a video production company through HuB Sarasota, launched award-winning digital campaigns, and now consults with businesses on everything from social content to PR strategy. His work is guided by a simple belief: the best marketing is human, thoughtful and entertaining.
OFF DUTY
Outside of work, Joey lives in Sarasota with his husband Jerry and their two dogs, Stevie and Eydie (who frequently outshine him on Instagram). He’s a pop culture magnet, podcast listener, and exercise enthusiast. Whether on stage, on screen, or off the grid, Joey brings joy and generosity to everything he does.
💻 Follow along on Instagram & TikTok for behind-the-scenes fun, fashion choices and occasional deep thoughts.