Joelle Machia is a former oncology professional turned travel advocate whose decades-long career in healthcare was defined by compassion, empathy, and service. Her experiences supporting patients through life’s most challenging moments inspired her to co-found Wanderers Compass, a platform that explores the transformative power of intentional travel.

Through storytelling and curated insights, Joelle helps travelers discover experiences that promote personal growth, cultural empathy, and healing connection. Recognized for advancing cross-cultural understanding, she believes travel is less about destinations and more about discovery and human connection. Her journey from caregiving to exploration exemplifies how compassion and curiosity can transform the way we experience the world.