Joelle Abke
North East,PA
Summary
Results-driven leader in student engagement, healthcare, nonprofit leadership, and real estate. Delivers impactful diagnostic services and develops effective curricula while cultivating strong client relationships. Skilled in public speaking and project management, enhancing operational efficiency and collaboration with families and community stakeholders.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Speech-Language Pathologist
Multi-State Licensure and Practices
12.1995 - Current
- Provided diagnostic and therapeutic services to diverse populations across various environments, enhancing access to care.
- Developed individualized treatment plans and collaborated with multidisciplinary teams.
- Maintained documentation accuracy while supervising graduate clinicians and CFYs, ensuring quality service delivery.
- Recorded and processed speech and language service billing for Medicaid and Medicare, optimizing reimbursement accuracy.
Real Estate Agent
Century 21 Signature Realty
06.2021 - 12.2025
- Represented home buyers and sellers across Michigan, ensuring clear communication and high client satisfaction.
- Negotiated contracts, managed transactions, and ensured smooth closings.
- Conducted comparative market analyses, delivering tailored property recommendations that aligned with client needs.
- Maintained compliance with industry regulations and monitored local market trends to inform strategic advice.
Public Speaking and Corporate Team Building Instructor
The Leader’s Institute
05.2007 - 12.2008
- Delivered engaging public speaking workshops and corporate team building sessions that fostered participant engagement.
- Delivered engaging training sessions on leadership and communication skills.
- Coached hundreds of students in effective communication and collaboration techniques, enhancing corporate morale and fortifying organizational cohesion.
- Facilitated interactive workshops to encourage collaboration among attendees.
- Developed course materials to enhance participant understanding and retention.
Owner & Speech-Language Pathologist
ABC Communications
01.2001 - 05.2007
- Established partnership with government agency, securing $150,000 blanket purchase agreement for Accent Reduction classes, expanding service reach.
- Delivered in-home speech-language therapy services to clients, enhancing communication skills and overall quality of life.
- Coordinated invoicing process for independent speech contractors, ensuring timely payments and financial accuracy.
President & Owner
Sel-Tronics Inc, DBA Primestock DBA Veteran Communications
03.2003 - 01.2007
- Founded and operated a woman-owned telecom and networking equipment and installation business.
- Oversaw operations, sales, marketing, budgeting, vendor partnerships to drive business growth.
- Held Top Secret security clearance; obtained ISO 9001:2000 certification to ensure quality standards.
- Analyzed health insurance options for 25-50 employees across five states, ensuring coverage met diverse needs.
- Installed fiber optic cables for various clients, ensuring proper connections and functionality. and provided technical support.
Education
Master of Arts - Speech-Language Pathology
Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
Edinboro, PA12-1995
Bachelor of Science - Communication Disorders
The Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA05-1993
Skills
- Technological proficiency
- Client management
- Project coordination
- Operational planning
- Problem-solving under pressure
- Strategic communication
- Client services and outreach
- Public speaking
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Leadership
- Community relations management
- Partnership development
- Event planning
- Donor solicitation
Leadership And Volunteer Experience
- Board of Directors, Penn State Behrend Alumni Association
- Member, MI Chapter of the Penn State Alumni Association and the Lake Erie Chapter
- Committee Member, Multiple Fundraisers - Helped raise $60,000+ per event
- Led planning, sponsorship development, and execution of large-scale events
- Built and nurtured key relationships to support philanthropy and community outreach
- Co-Founder of Frankenmuth Little Angels
- Board Member and General Member, Lions Club of Frankenmuth
- Board Member, Frankenmuth Farmers Market
- School Board Member, Frankenmuth School District
- Secretary and General Member, Frankenmuth Jaycees
- Appointee, Local School Millage Campaign - Led voter outreach and advocacy for education funding
- Established international alliances with Friends of Frankenmuth’s Sister City of Gunzenhausen, Germany
- General Member, Lions Club of North East
Timeline
Real Estate Agent
Century 21 Signature Realty
06.2021 - 12.2025
Public Speaking and Corporate Team Building Instructor
The Leader’s Institute
05.2007 - 12.2008
President & Owner
Sel-Tronics Inc, DBA Primestock DBA Veteran Communications
03.2003 - 01.2007
Owner & Speech-Language Pathologist
ABC Communications
01.2001 - 05.2007
Speech-Language Pathologist
Multi-State Licensure and Practices
12.1995 - Current
Master of Arts - Speech-Language Pathology
Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Science - Communication Disorders
The Pennsylvania State University