Joy B. – Chief Museum Curator

Distinctive Doings

Name:   Joy B       

Occupation:  Chief Curator at the International African-American History Museum.

Residing In:   Native Chicagoan Living in Charleston, S.C.

Two Words That Describe Me Best:  Kind, introspective

Three words that best describe my work ethic: Creative, Flexible, Curious.

Two words co-workers would use to describe me:  No-nonsense, Conscientious

Your current state of mind:  Searching

If you could change one thing about yourself what would it be? I’d be more spontaneous.

What do you consider your greatest achievement?  I don’t think it has happened yet.

What is the quality you like most in a man?   Emotional honesty.

What is the quality you like most in a friend?   Consistency

What is your greatest extravagance?    I like expensive shoes.

The three people you admire most: I can’t narrow this down to 3. My parents, Dr. King, Mrs. Obama, people who fight for others.

I’m passionate about:  Improving myself

It bothers me when: I/we don’t do the best we can.

One Most Unforgettable Moment:: Being at Butler Field in Chicago on the night when Barack Obama won the election.

Most humbling experience: Being constantly reminded about how much I do not know.

Lesson Learned This Year:  You have to get out of your comfort zone to grow.

Favorite Place To Be: Wherever the people I love most are.