20 Things You Didn’t Know About JoAnn Hunter

November 12, 2025

JoAnn Hunter and her family.

You may know JoAnn Hunter as a Habitat Omaha homeownership housing counselor,  but did you know she loves all types of music except for hard metal rock? Read on to learn more about JoAnn.

What’s your job title?

Homeownership Housing Counselor

Where are you originally from?

Panama City, Panama

Where do you live now?

Bellevue

Are you an introvert or an extrovert?

Extrovert

Who inspires you?

Two of the most amazing women in my life my mom and my sister. My mom because I know how hard she works to get us to where we are at and my sister because no matter what she always there and works hard for her kids.

What kind of music do you like?

Up for all types of music just not hard metal rock

What’s the best concert you’ve been to?

Pitbull and Blake Shelton

What’s your favorite vacation spot?

Pedasi, Panama (Isla Iguana)

What’s your favorite thing to do on weekends?

Watch movies with my kids

What’s your favorite food?

Italian

What’s your favorite movie?

Notebook

Do you have any hidden talents or hobbies?

On my down time I like to create sublimation work.

Do you have any pets?

I have an American bully name Diesel

Are you a coffee or tea person?

Coffee girl

What show are you currently binge-watching?

None. My daughter’s cheer activities keep me from binge-watching.

How would your friends describe you?

My friends describe me as always positive, friendly, calm, motivator and just down to earth.

Which historical figure would you most like to meet?

Albert Einstein, only because it is said that he also had the same hair syndrome that my daughter has which is called Uncombable Hair Syndrome.

What three items would you take with you to a deserted island?

Only 3 things? To be honest, nothing comes to mind. My life revolves around my kids so without them it wouldn’t be the same.

Why do you like working at Habitat for Humanity of Omaha?

I started at Habitat as volunteer during a Rock the Block event that my sister invited me, too. I truly got inspired by Amanda’s words (might not been the exact words summary) on how everyone deserves an affordable place to call home. I love working at Habitat for Humanity of Omaha because of our mission. When we find the correct group of people that believe in the same mission many things can be accomplished.

Skip to content