Mr. Doud is a native Oregonian and is passionate about the city he grew up in and is proud to call home. Doud has donated his time and resources as a local business owner to cleanup after the Grand Floral Parade, the Starlight Parade, Children’s Parade for the past 28 years.

The Rose Festival board recognized Joe Doud as Volunteer of The Year in 2016 with an award for all of the work he has done over the years. Almost 3 decades of volunteerism to the city and the Rose Festival, Mr. Doud has set a bar high for up and coming waste management leaders.

Award is given to Mr. Doud by Rose Festival board members.