Joan Charbonneau '90

In this episode of the Always a Raven podcast, host Janelle Menz welcomes Joan Charbonneau, Class of 1990—an entrepreneur whose journey from Benedictine recruiter to CEO of Perfect Promotions is marked by resilience, mentorship, and purpose.

Joan shares how her Benedictine experience shaped her confidence and community, from memories with lifelong friends to mentors who believed in her before she believed in herself. She opens up about the challenges of buying and leading a company, the lessons learned through setbacks, and the importance of knowing your “why” in business and in life.

Her story is one of legacy, leadership, and faith-filled determination, and a reminder that success is about more than reaching the top; it’s about lifting others along the way.