Originally from Southern California, Joan is a 42-year resident of North Lake Tahoe, who enjoys kayaking, hiking, biking, tennis, skiing, snowshoeing, and vocal arts.
Her roles over time as a Board Member for Bear Creek HOA, Divot Creek HOA, and Mensa are examples of her dedication to community involvement. She volunteers with many local art, performance and philanthropic non-profit groups such as Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival, Thunderbird Lake Tahoe, Trails & Vistas, Toccata and AAUW. In addition, Joan was a business owner in Truckee and Alpine Meadows. She has a business background in graphic design, advertising, and business administration.