Joyce Watterman

Joyce E. Watterman, is a senior public leader, executive strategist, and trusted advisor with over a decade of service on the Jersey City Council, including six years as Council President. She has extensive experience overseeing and guiding multi-million- dollar municipal budgets, driving fiscally responsible decision making while advancing equitable growth, infrastructure investment, and community centered policy outcomes. Known for her executive presence and collaborative leadership style, Joyce has successfully navigated complex government operations, stakeholder engagement, and high impact initiatives in affordable housing, economic development, and workforce advancement. her ability to align vision with execution has earned her a reputation for delivering results in dynamic and high pressure environment. Joyce legislation created the Women's Advisory Board were women are connected to the City of Jersey City As the founder of CP Watterman Consulting LLC, she provides strategic advisory services in leadership , governance, and mediation supporting organizations, public entities, and executives in achieving sustainable, measurable outcome. Joyce holds a master's degree in Organizational Leadership and brings over 40 years of leadership experience as a pastor and community builder, grounding her work in integrity, service, and transformational impact.