Her Story
About Julie
I believe great businesses are built by great people. My passion has always been helping both succeed.
For more than 30 years, I've had the privilege of helping high-growth technology companies scale—not simply by improving operations, but by building alignment, developing leaders, and creating organizations that perform at their highest potential.
At my core, I'm a force multiplier.
I thrive at the intersection of strategy, execution, and people—bringing clarity to complexity, connecting teams around a common vision, and helping organizations accomplish more together than they ever could individually. Whether serving as Chief of Staff, leading Revenue Operations, or partnering with executive leadership, my role has always been the same: turn strategy into execution while enabling people to do their best work.
I've had the opportunity to work across nearly every facet of a growing business—from contracts and legal operations to sales, customer success, systems, enablement, forecasting, executive strategy, and Revenue Operations. Those experiences have given me a unique enterprise perspective and the ability to connect functions that often operate independently.
I believe leadership isn't about having all the answers. It's about asking the right questions, creating clarity, setting high standards, and empowering people with the tools, context, and confidence to succeed. The best leaders don't create followers—they create more leaders.
Throughout my career, I've learned that exceptional performance and genuine care for people are not competing priorities—they reinforce one another. When people understand the mission, feel trusted, are held accountable, and have the support they need to succeed, extraordinary results follow.
The most rewarding part of my career has never been implementing a system or redesigning a process. It's been watching individuals, teams, and organizations accomplish more than they thought possible.
If I hope to be remembered for anything, it won't be the titles I've held or the initiatives I've led.
I hope it's that I multiplied the impact of the people around me and left every organization stronger than I found it.
Her Interview
Ten minutes with Julie
01What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to several things... but mostly, genuinely caring about helping the people around me succeed. Throughout my career, I've discovered that when you invest in your team, remove obstacles, and create clarity, great business results naturally follow. I love solving problems, developing people, and leaving organizations better than I found them.
Second, I've learned that relationships matter more than almost anything else. Business is built on trust. When people know you're honest, dependable, and genuinely trying to help them succeed, incredible things can happen.
Finally, I believe ideas are only valuable if they're executed well. Throughout my career, I've enjoyed taking complex strategies and turning them into practical, measurable results. Watching people grow, succeed, and accomplish more than they thought possible has been the most rewarding part of my career.
02What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
Early in my career at Oracle, I was mentored by two remarkable attorneys, Heather Locke and Dorena Chan, and the lessons they taught me have stayed with me ever since. They showed me how to properly assess risk instead of getting rattled by every issue, and they encouraged me to stay focused on what's in front of me rather than getting swept up in office politics or drama. They told me, "Don't just solve the problem in front of you, understand why the problem exists." They also instilled in me the importance of leading with integrity and understanding my own value.
That advice completely changed the way I approach leadership. Instead of fixing symptoms, I try to identify root causes. Whether it's a business process, a technology challenge, or an organizational issue, I believe lasting improvements come from understanding the "why" before jumping to the "how."
It's a mindset that's served me throughout my career and continues to shape how I lead today.
03What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
Don't underestimate the value of your voice.
Early in your career, it's easy to think you need to have all the answers before speaking up. In reality, thoughtful questions are often more valuable than quick answers.
Be curious. Learn the business—not just your job. Build relationships across departments. Volunteer for projects that stretch you outside your comfort zone. Those experiences are often where the greatest growth happens.
Most importantly, be authentic. You don't have to lead like anyone else. Some of the strongest leaders I've worked with are great listeners who bring people together, build trust, and help others succeed.
Leadership isn't about having the loudest voice in the room. It's about creating an environment where everyone can do their best work.
04What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
Right now, I'd say artificial intelligence is both the biggest challenge and the biggest opportunity in my field.
For years, companies have accumulated enormous amounts of data, but much of it lives in separate systems, making it difficult to connect the dots and make timely decisions. Having all the information isn't the issue, having the context is.
AI has the potential to change that by helping organizations transform information into meaningful insights. But technology alone isn't enough. The real opportunity is helping people make better decisions faster.
I believe the future belongs to organizations that combine great technology with strong leadership, clear strategy, and a culture built on collaboration. AI should enhance human judgment—not replace it.
05What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
Integrity, authenticity, and collaboration matter most to me, both professionally and personally.
I believe in doing what you say you're going to do, treating people with respect, and leading with honesty—even when the conversations are difficult.
I also value kindness and accountability. I don't think those two qualities are opposites. In fact, the best leaders I've worked with are able to challenge people while also supporting them.
Whether I'm leading a team, working with colleagues, or spending time with family and friends, I try to leave people feeling encouraged, respected, and better than I found them.
At the end of the day, titles come and go, but your character and the impact you have on others are what people remember.
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