Meet The Team

Julie Kruse-John brings over a decade of nonprofit leadership experience to her role as Director of Operations for the Chamber. She holds a Master's degree in Public Policy and Administration with a minor in Project Management from the State University of New York.

Additionally, Julie is the proud owner of the Wake Forest FUNGO, the town's beloved collegiate summer baseball team. In this role, she has cultivated deep relationships across the local business community through sponsorship development and partnership programs. Her entrepreneurial background gives her a unique understanding of the needs of Chamber members.

Julie's nonprofit management expertise spans program analysis, strategic planning, fundraising, and community outreach. She has a passion for maximizing organizational efficiency and impact. Her skills in project management, relationship building, and public-private partnership development will be invaluable assets as she leads the Chamber's operations.

In her free time, Julie enjoys spending time with her husband and five children, getting outside, and of course watching baseball.