Julia Smelko

Julia Smelko is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in client services and education. Currently serving as a Client Services Associate at Advance Capital Management, Inc., Julia has successfully developed a long-term client engagement plan that achieved a 25% year-over-year increase in assets under management. Previous roles include Associate Financial Representative and Administrative Assistant at Northwestern Mutual, where Julia improved onboarding efficiency for interns and ensured smooth office operations. Teaching experience as Lead Nursery 5 Teacher at Maplebear Canadian School in South Korea highlights Julia's ability to enhance English language skills among students. An earlier position at Northwestern Mutual involved streamlining inventory processes, and work at KinderCare Learning Companies demonstrated adaptability in various childcare roles. Julia holds a Bachelor of Science in Middle Childhood Education from The University of Akron.