Get to Know Joan DeSouza
Joan is wearing the following G.H. Wilke Jewelry:
  • Necklace: 18k white gold pendant set with one 6.16 carat cushion tanzanite surrounded by a halo of diamonds; attached to a 20” “diamonds by the yard” chain with 12 diamond stations.
  • Ring: 14k white gold ring with one bezel set round 2.95 carat tanzanite.
  • Earrings: 14k white gold “inside-out” hoop earrings (set with diamonds on the outside and on the inside).
  • Brooch: Flower cluster brooch with two pink sapphire flowers, one blue sapphire flower, and green tsavorite leaves in black rhodium-plated 18k white gold.
  • Bangle: 14k white gold oval bangle with sixteen diamonds.

Background
  • Los Angeles Times - 20 years as the Customer Service Manager leading a staff of 200+ 

Current Profession:
  • Founder/Moderator Business4Business Think Tank

Community Involvement:
  • Ambassador Pasadena Chamber of Commerce
  • Past Vice Chair Membership – Pasadena Chamber of Commerce
  • Community Engagement Specialist – The First Tee Greater Pasadena
  • Marketing Director Pasadena Quarterback Club
  • The Foundation for Living Beauty Board Member
  • Co-Chair Special Needs Ministry St. Philip the Apostle

What Problems does B4B Solve?
“I believe B4B can help stop the closure of small to medium size businesses. We give someone who is struggling with a concern access to valuable advice from other fellow business owners. It’s a powerful format. We get a lot done in an hour and everyone goes away with great ideas.”

What’s your favorite thing to do?
“I’m a die hard 49ers fan and love all things sports! I also love to be with my grandchildren and watch them grow and change.”

What are you passionate about?
“I am so excited when I see a business have the courage to ask for help by being in the B4B Hot Seat. It is so fun to experience the expertise of everyone who attends. We are able to see a different part of our business community." 

More about Joan:
Joan was born in Lawrence, MA and raised in Northern California. She graduated from San Diego State University with a degree in Social Sciences. 

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