Joanne Kenen is a renowned author, keynote speaker, and public health journalist with a passion for empowering families to improve their quality of life through good sleep behavior. She is the author of the widely acclaimed book, The Sleep Lady's Good Night, Sleep Tight: Gentle Proven Solutions to Help Your Child Sleep Well and Wake Up Happy, which has helped thousands of parents around the world establish healthy sleep habits for their little ones.

With over two decades of experience as a healthcare journalist, Joanne is well-known for her knack in translating complex scientific research into easily understandable language that can be put to practical use. Her articles and insights have been published by leading media organizations such as The New York Times, MSNBC, Politico, Fox News, The Atlantic, and NPR.

As a keynote speaker, Joanne has presented at major conferences, including the annual Sleep Baby, Sleep conference and the American Academy of Pediatrics. Her talks are known for their engaging delivery, inspirational stories, and eye-opening statistics that highlight the importance of healthy sleep behavior.

In addition to her professional work, Joanne is also passionate about philanthropy and community building. She serves as a board member for the Sleep Research Society Foundation, which funds research into sleep disorders and promotes public education about these conditions. She is also actively involved in working with nonprofit organizations that focus on children's health, women and girls' empowerment, and education.

Joanne is a graduate of Wesleyan University and Columbia University's Graduate School of Journalism. She currently resides in Washington, D.C., with her husband and three children. Her work and insights are a valuable resource for anyone seeking to improve their understanding of healthy sleep behavior and the ways in which it can enhance overall well-being.