About Joy Basia

Joy’s love affair with the Rocky Mountains began in 2003. Her first hiking adventure in RMNP eventually led her to call Estes Park home in 2015! She left Dallas Fort Worth, where she earned a degree in Broadcast Journalism. While in DFW, she enjoyed a successful career as Marketing Director for 106.1 KISS FM & MAGIC 102.9. After 10 years in radio, she became a Health & Fitness Coach, combining her marketing expertise with her passion to help others thrive.

Joy joined The Thompson Group in 2025, bringing her dedication to leadership & client success to team. Joy’s professional journey has been fueled by her passion for coaching, inspiring & motivating others. She led & trained more than 50 Ministry Activation Coaches at Gateway People, utilizing Clifton StrengthsFinder. In addition, she created a Twenty-Something Ministry, mentoring young women. As a corporate event speaker, Joy inspired others to achieve their health, fitness & spiritual goals. Her community impact in Estes includes rebranding the Crossroads Ministry jar campaign to the “Changing Lives” campaign in 2018. She continues to lead Changing Lives, having quadrupled donations since 2018. She’s also a member of P.E.O. Philanthropic Education Organization and Estes Park Woman’s Club.