Donna Jean Simon was elected trustee in 2023. She has lived in Glen Ellyn since 1982 and has been a founder and principal of Quest International, LLC, a performance consulting firm. Her previous work experience included practice as an attorney in real estate and corporate law. She was hired by Arthur Andersen as a Manager in the Management Development Department supporting the small business and the accounting practice. During her time with Andersen, she traveled extensively overseas conducting training programs. She left Andersen to form Quest with other Andersen colleagues. More recently, Donna Jean served as State President of AAUW-IL and as Director of the Social Justice Portfolio for LWVGE.
"I especially appreciate the serenity, security, and safety of Glen Ellyn. During all my years of travel, the more I traveled, the more I appreciated Glen Ellyn. It was a welcome respite. This is a community that has so many wonderful benefits. Its history and feeling of community are aspects that need to be honored and protected," said Simon.