Julie is the Business Office Associate at the St. Pete campus and has been a valued member of the AIB family for over a year! Before joining the beauty industry, Julie spent more than 20 years as a Kindergarten Special Education teacher and holds a Bachelor’s degree in Special Education from Georgian Court University. Her passion for helping others learn and grow has remained at the heart of everything she does throughout her career.

Although she is relatively new to the beauty industry, Julie loves seeing the incredible impact even the smallest service can have on a person’s confidence and overall well-being. Every day, she enjoys supporting future professionals as they work toward their goals and celebrating their successes along the way.

Julie’s dedication to education has been recognized throughout her career, including being named Educator of the Year. Today, she brings that same compassion, encouragement, and commitment to excellence to her role in the Business Office, where she strives to create a welcoming and supportive experience for every student she meets.

Known for her positive and optimistic outlook on life, Julie finds joy in everyday moments and believes kindness can make all the difference. Outside of work, she enjoys caring for her collection of more than 50 houseplants, crafting, spending time with family and friends, and ending the day with a beautiful sunset Happy Hour.

Originally from Toms River, New Jersey, Julie spent most of her life on the Jersey Shore before relocating to Florida seven years ago. She has been happily married to her husband, Frankie, for 15 years and is one of six siblings, proudly calling herself aunt to 10 nieces and nephews.

One phrase Julie lives by is: “Treat others the way you want to be treated.”

We appreciate Julie’s commitment to the success of our future professionals that she provides every day, along with her motivating attitude towards EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE! Thank you, Julie!