Joan is proud to lead a team of professionals providing full-cycle executive recruiting services for clients in the Maryland market. Her 30+ years of experience have connected her with some of the most influential companies in Maryland, and her professional network spans far beyond. Joan is passionate about her role guiding and advising clients toward hiring remarkable talent or finding their next strategic career opportunity.
After graduating from Loyola University in Maryland with a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Joan embarked on a career in the corporate accounting field. As Joan developed her professional network, she was recruited by Sudina’s founder, Chuck Sudina, to establish the new Accounting and Finance division of Sudina Search.
In 2010, Joan and her Partner, Chris Hodgkiss, acquired Sudina Search and have continued to build upon the firm’s reputable foundation. She focuses on business development throughout the Baltimore region and beyond. Across all industries, she partners with her clients to understand their current organizational challenges and identify exceptional talent for mid- to C-level executive searches.
Joan is a dedicated volunteer and advocate for giving back to the underserved and her community. She has been honored to serve on the Board of Trustees of Notre Dame Preparatory High School, the Board of Directors of Archbishop Curley High School, and the Board of Directors for GB Charities, a foundation that raises funds for educational scholarships for students and families in need.
In her spare time, Joan serves on the Board of Directors for GB Charities, Archbishop Curley High School, and on the Board of Trustees of Notre Dame Preparatory High School.
