The March of Dimes is pleased to announce that a Grand Junction business leader has accepted the position as chairman of the board of directors for the organization.

Joe Reed, a successful local real estate agent, has been with Re-Max 4000 for the past eight years.

The Colorado native attended high school in Fruita after moving to Grand Junction with his family in 1997.

As the Western Slope board chair, Reed will play a key role in raising awareness and funds for the organization.

For more information on the March of Dimes, visit their website: http://www.marchofdimes.com/#