Joan Dahlquist has been a project manager for Baum Development since 2002. Joan plays an integral role in all aspects of Baum's real estate development including architectural planning, zoning, construction, operations and tenant relations. Joan was presented with the 2006 Chicago Tribune Good Neighbor Award for her work on the 4805 S. Ashland mixed-use project.

Prior to joining Baum, Joan was employed by the City of Chicago, Department of General Service Bureau of Asset Management, where she was involved with the disposition of city properties and the management of all city owned facilities.

Joan is a member of the U.S. Green Building Council and graduated from Illinois State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in 1992.