Jo Bahn is an Active Member of the Junior League of Washington, D.C., having transferred from the Junior League of Baltimore, MD. She previously served on the AJLI Governance Committee, where she was known for her thoughtful preparation and candor approach. Jo believes effective leadership requires both courage and care, and she values respectful, honest dialogue when making decisions that shape the Association’s future. 

In JL Baltimore, Jo served as Vice President of Fundraising and Vice President of Community Impact. As Fundraising Vice President during the onset of COVID-19, she was tasked with making difficult decisions while navigating unprecedented financial circumstances. She worked closely with her teammates to stabilize operations, manage employees responsibly, and protect the League’s long-term sustainability. 

Professionally, Jo is an Associate at Cozen O’Connor and a trial lawyer focused on complex commercial and construction litigation. She has held significant national leadership roles within the American Bar Association, including serving as Chair of the Young Lawyers Division, a 105,000-member organization focused on professional development, advocacy, and public service.  

Jo is a member of The Junior League because she believes in women building institutions that outlast any one individual. She views the League as a “leadership laboratory” where women learn governance, fundraising, strategy, and accountability in service of meaningful community impact. As a working mother and legal professional, she is committed to strengthening organizations so they remain inclusive, resilient, and positioned for the future.