After graduating from Wright State, Joel became a teacher. Joel later attended the University of Dayton where he is a Ph. D. candidate. Through his Ph. D. coursework, Joel earned a school administration license and a school superintendent license.
Joel deeply cares about his community. Having grown up in poverty, Joel strives to empower others to overcome the obstacles and mindset growing up in poverty creates. Life events have shaped Joel and as a member of the US Air Force, Joel learned service before self.