Our Team

Jo'El Pearlman

President

Jo'El has been a member of Optimist International since 2008. She has been a member of the Milwaukee Club since 2025. She is involved in several clubs and has held director and officer positions throughout her history. She is also a Past Governor of the SWIS District and also involved on the National level. 

Darlene Jose

Vice President

Darlene has been a member of Optimist International and the Milwaukee Club since 2023. She is also involved in many other community organizations around Milwakee's south side.

Justin Lockridge

Secretary

Justin has been a member of Optimist International since 2023 and the Milwaukee Club since 2025. He is also a board member of the Southwest Milwaukee Club.

Sheryl Ernst

Treasurer

Sheryl has been a member of Optimist International and the Milwaukee Club since 2026. Shery brings a wealth of financial management experience to the club.