From preparing teens for job interviews to promoting female-owned businesses, Joelle Smith is a ‘connector.’ Here she talks about her volunteer work with The Sun’s Anna Pier…

Joelle is a force to be reckoned with in Sonoma Valley. She’s the founder of Shenoma, a collective of nonprofits…a talented flower arranger…CSS board member… and recent recipient of the Sonoma Valley Fund’s Star Volunteer Award!

SHENOMA was recently featured in the Sonoma Index-Tribune, highlighting Joelle Smith’s vision: to connect talented women and give back to the community.

As a former stylist for Stitch Fix and volunteer with Dress for Success, Joelle Smith decided to give back in Sonoma by promoting philanthropic activities with a clothing theme.

Smith and her mission are a perfect fit. A fashion stylist, she had volunteered at Dress for Success in San Francisco, but wanted to establish a similar model closer to home…