Joan Bishop

Joan Bishop is Executive Director and Conference Coordinator for the Oley Foundation—a national non-profit organization that provides information and support to patients with intestinal failure and consumers of parenteral nutrition. She has been with Oley since 1985—nearly its inception—and has served in many capacities, including the growth and development of the organization.

As Executive Director, Joan handles a multitude of tasks to keep Oley running and growing. She is responsible for budget planning, building relationships, advocacy efforts, fundraising, board development, and coordinating the annual conference. She is dedicated to fulfilling the Foundation’s mission and welcomes all ideas, comments, and criticisms.