Born and raised in Manila, Philippines, Joanne is now an active duty Logistics Readiness Officer in the United States Air Force and is a staunch advocate for diversity and inclusion and promoting Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander heritage across various platforms. She recently led the Department of Air Force’s efforts for AAPI Heritage Month and serves as a member of their Barrier Analysis Working Group. Joanne is committed to supporting and empowering underrepresented communities.