Julia Kaplan

Julia (Ciciarelli) Kaplan is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in event management and destination services. Currently serving as the Destination Services Manager at the Charlotte Regional Visitors Authority since October 2022, Julia previously held various roles, including Events Manager at The Independence Fund and Finance Coordinator at The Morning Group, LLC. Julia's background also includes positions such as Deputy Director of Operations at the Republican Attorneys General Association and NC State Deputy Events Director for Trump Victory during the 2020 election cycle. With a Bachelor of Arts degree in Government and Law, as well as Film and Media Studies from Lafayette College, complemented by a study abroad program in Florence, Italy, Julia brings a diverse skill set and educational foundation to the field.