MEET ANN

Ann has lived in Janesville since 1994. She and her husband, Jonathan, a pediatrician, raised their two children, Catherine and Charley, here. They attended Roosevelt, Edison, and Craig for school. Now, they are both pursuing careers in public service.

Before moving to Janesville, Ann’s career included working at Northwest Airlines and Polaroid. Ann had also earned her MBA with a Finance and Marketing Emphasis from Northeastern University in Boston, MA. Since moving to Janesville, Ann has worked with various non-profits, including the School District of Janesville, and taught at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater’s College of Business and Economics.

Ann owns a small business, Custom College Solutions LLC, which helps students in 8th grade and beyond as they navigate high school, college, apprenticeships, jobs, and graduate school. She also serves on several community boards, including the Woman’s Club and Downtown Janesville Inc.

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

Foundation for the Preservation of 108 S. Jackson- Board member
American Association of University Women- Member
League of Women Voters- Member
Downtown Janesville Inc. - Board member
AriseNow- Steering Committee Member

Rock County Historical Society- Former Docent
Friends of Hedberg Public Library- Board member
United Arts Alliance- Member
JTAG- Member
Janesville Woman’s Club- Board member

University of Wisconsin- Whitewater at Rock County Dean’s Advisory- Board member
Children’s Museum of Rock County Advisory- Board member
Janesville Morning Rotary- Member
Rotary Gardens - Board member

TESTIMONIALS

Chris Zillman - AVP Commercial Banking RM – Johnson Financial Group & Secretary of the Board – Downtown Janesville Inc

"Over the past two and half years, I have had the pleasure to serve with Ann Roe on the board of
directors for Downtown Janesville Inc. In addition to the board, we have served on multiple committees
and spent many hours volunteering at downtown events. During this time, Ann’s work ethic has become
very evident, and I have come to understand Ann’s passion and commitment to support small
businesses in our community. I believe Ann genuinely cares about her fellow community members and
wants to see continued growth in the small business sector."

Alycia Valentine

"Having collaborated with Ann Roe on numerous community initiatives, I have witnessed
firsthand her unwavering dedication, tireless work ethic, and genuine passion for
serving our community. Ann consistently demonstrates a deep understanding of our
community's needs and possesses the drive and determination to bring about
meaningful change. I am confident that Ann Roe will represent our district with integrity,
empathy, and a steadfast commitment to improving the lives of all its residents.

I am particularly grateful for Ann's support and guidance in my pursuit of an MBA, which
reflects her dedication not only to community projects but also to the personal growth
and advancement of individuals within our community. With Ann Roe as our
representative, I am confident that she will continue to champion both the collective
interests of our district and the individual aspirations of its residents."

Emily Arthur

"Ann Roe and I have collaborated on numerous downtown Janesville initiatives. I have
witnessed her unwillingness to give up when any issues arose. She al
ways addressed any problems head on and with a solution-oriented approach.
She listened to other perspectives and shared ideas based on her experience. I truly
believe she is well equipped for the job and will do her absolute best work for our
district."

Dr. Karen Schulte, Retired School District of Janesville Superintendent

"The Wisconsin Forward Award recognizes state organizations that have sharpened
their competitive edge and are making an impact in various fields throughout the
state. In 2017 the School District of Janesville submitted its first Wisconsin Forward
award. We won in the field of education. Ann Roe was the principal writer on the
winning award. She worked tirelessly with the SDJ superintendent and staff for a period
of three years to complete this project. This was a lofty honor for the SDJ highlighting
its exemplary dedication to high standards and educational excellence."