She has taught business courses at the high school and university levels and has been a member of NBEA for over 25 years. Having worked in teaching and administrative positions for 50 years, Joyce recently retired as a faculty member in the principal preparation and doctoral programs for school leaders. Other experiences in education include school principal, regional coordinator of vocational education, school services director for the Kentucky Department of Education, office head for the Kentucky Tech system, and field coordinator for the American Council on Education. She has conducted research and presented in business and areas such as Tech Prep, adult education, and technology, as well as school leadership.