Her Story
About Julie
Julie Walters is a Senior Engagement Manager in Project and Adoption Change Management at NRI North America, a role she has held since January 2019 (with the company operating as Core BTS prior to its 2025 rebrand). Her career in information technology spans nearly three decades, beginning in 1998 and evolving into a specialized focus on project and program management from 2016 onward. Over the years, she has built her expertise across a range of organizations, including Procter & Gamble, eviCore Healthcare, Marathon Petroleum, and Blue Chip Consulting Group, gaining hands-on experience in software release management, Microsoft technology adoption, and large-scale infrastructure transitions.
She holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Ohio Northern University, where she designed her own concentration in Management Information Systems, and later earned her MBA in the same field from Bowling Green State University. Throughout her career, Julie has distinguished herself as a builder of systems and processes where none previously existed, most notably by establishing formal release management protocols at two separate companies to bring structure and accountability to their production environments. Her professional toolkit includes credentials such as Microsoft Certified Solution Developer, Microsoft Fundamentals Certified, IBM XML Certified, and Microsoft Certified Adoption Change Specialist, reflecting a career built on adaptability across hybrid infrastructure, application development, and enterprise Microsoft environments.
Colleagues and mentees alike know her for an optimistic, solution-driven outlook that she credits as central to her professional achievements, along with a steadfast belief that mentorship should be a two-way exchange rather than a one-directional relationship. Beyond her corporate responsibilities, Julie channels her leadership into community and advocacy work, serving as DE&I Task Force Lead at NRI North America and facilitating the company's EmpowHER employee resource group for women in technology. She also serves as president of the Hancock County Area chapter of Soroptimist International, an organization dedicated to advancing opportunities for women and girls, where she previously served as treasurer before stepping into her current leadership role. Her volunteer efforts extend to launching mentorship programming for young women, raising awareness around human trafficking, and supporting local families through community outreach initiatives. Grounded in a strong commitment to work-life balance, Julie continues to pair her technical leadership with a deep dedication to mentoring others and strengthening the communities around her.
Her Interview
Ten minutes with Julie
01What do you attribute your success to?
I'd attribute my success to my Type A personality paired with an unwavering sense of optimism. I always look for the silver lining, and I make a point of keeping myself and my team focused on the positive. That mindset allows us to stay solution-oriented rather than getting stuck complaining about obstacles.
02What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
I've always believed in maintaining an open-door policy, especially during onboarding and mentorship sessions. I make it a priority to be a reliable, approachable resource for my team, and I encourage everyone to reach out to me anytime for guidance, support, or just a sounding board.
03What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
I'd encourage young women to maintain a positive, open mindset in the face of challenges, and to never stop nurturing their curiosity and willingness to learn. That combination builds resilience and adaptability over time, and it opens the door to new perspectives, new skills, and continued growth — both personally and professionally.
04What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
The consulting business tends to be cyclical, and since COVID, companies have significantly cut back on project budgets. The biggest challenge for me is continuing to demonstrate real value to clients so they see the worth of our work and choose to continue their contracts with us.
05What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
Work-life balance and mentorship are the two values I hold most important. I see mentoring as a two-way relationship — both people learn and grow from it — and I try to bring that same spirit of support and balance into everything I do, both professionally and personally.
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