I have built my entire career around helping others. My education, career and life experience have developed my natural gifts of vision and clarity – I quickly and clearly see where, and how, improvement is possible for individuals, teams, and businesses.
My hunger for healing, growth, meaning and satisfaction has led me on a quest to understand personal development and the power each of us has to create our own balanced and flourishing life.
My professional experience in all facets of organizational management – from the front lines to Senior Leadership to business ownership – has developed my forward-thinking, solution-based philosophy for teams and businesses. With my passion for excellence and aptitude for teaching, I have a unique skillset for guiding clients as they evaluate, strategize and reshape their performance both personally and professionally.
My husband and I have three grown children who are all making their home in perfect proximity to us. I enjoy riding and training horses, cooking for friends, adventure, international travel and connecting to nature, wherever I happen to be.
My Work
- Hawk Ridge Bird Observatory – Director of Operations, Naturalist/Environmental Educator, Volunteer Coordinator (Senior Leadership)
- Lake Superior Zoo – Director of Guest Services (Senior Leadership)
- The BlackWoods Group – Restaurant and Conference/Event Center Management and Leadership
My Credentials
- University of Minnesota Duluth – BS Outdoor Recreation and Environmental Education
- The OK Corral Series – Certified Professional; Equine Assisted Learning
- The BluePrint Toolset – Leadership Development Certified Facilitator
- The Pacific Institute – Certified Facilitator for Thought Patterns for High Performance
Julie OConnor Consulting 