After 30 years as a regional and national diversity and inclusion leader, Joe founded Wahl & Associates, LLC in 2017.  Joe brings deep experience and expertise assisting best in class organizations in the areas of executive selection, leadership and board development, all through an equity lens. He is committed and passionate about helping organizations align and demonstrate the values of equity, diversity and inclusion.

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Prior to founding Wahl and Associates, Joe spent a large part of his career leading human resources, executive selection, organizational development and DEI efforts in local public sector organizations, including the City of Portland, Multnomah County and the State of Oregon.

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His broad experience and background working with diverse communities has helped create strong connections and close personal relationships with key leaders from the public, private, nonprofit and philanthropic sectors. As a result, Joe is a sought-after consultant, speaker, presenter and facilitator offering strategies and tools in regard to the needs of developing high performing, diverse executive teams and boards, as well as identifying and recruiting diverse leadership talent.

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Joe was one of the founders and served as Chair Emeritus of Partners in Diversity, a nationally recognized organization which assists employers in the Pacific Northwest recruit and retain a more diverse workforce. His community involvement includes service as past President of the Portland Japanese American Citizens League, past President of the Oregon Buddhist Temple and a founding board member of the Oregon Nikkei Endowment. He recently completed his service on the University of Oregon’s Alumni Association Board, while continuing to serve on the UO President’s Diversity Advisory Council.

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When not assisting clients Joe and his wife, Lora, enjoy spending time with family, sports/fitness and travel.