Meet Our Board
The JOYS Gymnastics Board is made up of dedicated community members, parents, and professionals who are passionate about supporting the mission of JOYS. Together, our board works to ensure that children and families in the Michiana community have access to high-quality gymnastics opportunities at an affordable cost. Each member brings unique experiences, skills, and perspectives, united by a shared commitment to fostering growth, confidence, and excellence both in and out of the gym.
Dana Schrader
President
Dana Schrader is a Business Intelligence Professional in the Office of Information Technologies at the University of Notre Dame. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics from Saint Mary's College and a Master's of Business Administration from Indiana University. She is excited to bring her love of numbers and data to help JOYS make more data-driven decisions.
When she is not working, Dana's focus is on her family. You'll find her cheering on her kids at gymnastics meets (her youngest is on the Joys team), the softball field and at marching band competitions (or driving them to various other school clubs and events). She's also an amateur backyard beekeeper with her husband.
Andrea Pauwels-Potgiesser
Vice President
Andrea Pauwels-Potgiesser brings both professional expertise and a passion for community to her role as Vice President of Joys Gymnastics. With a background in accounting and human resources, Andrea enjoys finding ways to help organizations grow, strengthen their foundations, and reach their full potential. She has a special heart for nonprofit work and values creating spaces where children and families feel supported.
Beyond Joys Gymnastics, Andrea is actively involved in supporting her children’s interests in Girl Scouts, Girls on the Run, theatre, and other activities. She is proud to contribute her skills and energy to Joys Gymnastics and is dedicated to ensuring the gym continues to be a place where athletes can thrive in confidence, character, and community.
Pamela Smith
Treasurer
Pamela Smith has been a small business owner for more than 20 years and brings that experience to her role on the Joys Gymnastics board. She is passionate about helping all children have access to the gym’s programs and the opportunities they provide. In her free time, Pamela enjoys reading and spending time with her family.
Amanda Rhoades
Member at Large
Amanda is a Co-Owner of Psych Pointe, a mental health practice in Mishawaka. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Purdue University and her master’s degree in Social Work from Indiana University South Bend. Just as Amanda’s vision at Psych Pointe is to provide equal access to mental health care for the Michiana community, she also proudly supports JOYS Gymnastics’ mission of providing affordable opportunities for local families to experience the sport of gymnastics.
Outside of her professional work, Amanda is the proud mom of two beautiful daughters, with her youngest competing on the JOYS Competitive Gymnastics team.