Joseph Hanson has an extensive career in the food distribution industry, serving as Senior Vice President at Yokes Foods from September 1995 to January 2014, followed by a lengthy tenure at Pacific Coast Fruit Company, where involvement continued until retirement. Pacific Coast Fruit Company is recognized as one of the largest independent produce and fresh food distributors in the Pacific Northwest, featuring distribution centers and a culinary kitchen. Joseph Hanson holds a Bachelor's Degree in Organizational Leadership from Gonzaga University.