Julie currently serves as the Director of Risk Management for the City of Garland, after previously serving as the Director of Risk Management for Richardson ISD for 14 years. She began her career in risk management in 2004, and since then, she states, “not one day has been the same.” She truly enjoys the challenges and complexities of the risk management industry and believes a collaborative, team-based approach achieves successful outcomes. Julie believes Texas PRIMA has been a valuable resource in her career. Through continuing education and networking opportunities, she has furthered her professional development and established connections with members who have provided excellent insight into problem-solving. Over the years, she has dedicated time to the Young Risk Professionals Association, as she believes in empowering the next generation of risk management leaders to strengthen the future of the industry. She is also grateful for the opportunity to serve as a board member with the Texas Political Subdivision, a position she has held since 2018. Her favorite quote is, “Never ruin an apology with an excuse,” which she believes fosters accountability and humility. Work–life balance is important to her, and although she spends some of her personal time preparing for the ARM designation program, she also finds joy in cooking, outdoor family adventures, and coaching her daughter’s recreational volleyball team.