Shawn Joannes
Trauma Recovery Alliance Inc, Co-Founder / Director of Business Development
Shawn devoted more than 33 years to the fire service as a Fire Heavy Equipment Operator (Fheo), Firefighter, Paramedic, and EMT with the Milwaukee Fire Department. His career began while still in high school with the Grafton Fire Department, followed by service with the Perry Fire Department. He also served on Milwaukee’s Dive Rescue Team and participated in the Juvenile Fire Setters Program.
After sustaining a career-ending injury while battling a working fire, Shawn carried his lifelong commitment to helping others into a new chapter. Together with Jami, his wife of nearly 30 years, he co founded Trauma Recovery Alliance (TRA), supporting Veterans, First Responders, and their families as they navigate PTSD and trauma related challenges. Today, Shawn continues that mission alongside Jami and their son, Mark, helping others find healing, connection, belonging, and renewed purpose while reminding them they do not have to “Carry it Alone.”