Joel Short, a graduate of Friends University (Bachelor of Science) and Southwestern College (Master of Business Administration), is also an alum of one of our (as Youth Entrepreneurs) first program at USD 259’s North High School in Wichita, Kansas. Now based in Clermont, Florida, Joel is married and the father of two.
As Director of Business Systems, Joel is responsible for ensuring that all technology across our organization remains operational, integrated, secure, and innovative. His focus is on keeping our systems relevant and driving technological improvements that support both day-to-day operations and long-term growth. In addition to his role at Empowered, Joel serves as an adjunct professor at several colleges, sharing his knowledge and passion for technology with the next generation of professionals.
Before joining Empowered, Joel Short contributed his skills to Stand Together Chamber of Commerce and Koch Legal’s IT department. His favorite quote, “Grateful for everything and entitled to nothing,” serves as a daily reminder of the importance of humility and hard work.
Joel credits his family’s unwavering support, and the lessons learned throughout his career for shaping him into the leader, husband, and father he strives to be today.