Laura Klintberg is the owner of Johan’s Joe Swedish Restaurant in downtown West Palm Beach. She joined the opening team in 2015 as a barista, became part owner in 2017 and then the sole owner in 2020.
Laura and her Swedish husband, Matti Klintberg, have a blended family of 5 children. Johan’s Joe keeps the family close to their Swedish roots and allows them to share what they love with the local community.
Originally from Maryland, Laura moved to Florida in 2007. Her journey started with a career singing professionally in the Washington DC area theatre scene. Competing three years within the Miss America Organization honed her public speaking abilities, which was followed by a five year stint performing on the Disney Cruise Lines ships. When not running the restaurant, she spends her spare time singing, and is passionate about nonprofit organizations that support children in foster care. Laura loves entertaining at home, cooking, and traveling.
