Julie Ruef

Julie Ruef is an accomplished business development leader with extensive experience in technology and media sectors. Currently serving as the head of Global Business Development & Partnerships for Apple Services since January 2019, Julie drives growth through key partnerships with global telecom providers. Previously, as VP of Business Development & Corporate Development at Kargo, Julie led cross-functional teams and developed strategic partnerships. A founding partner at September Capital, Inc., Julie also has a history of advising and investing in early-stage technology and consumer goods companies, including YaDoggie Inc. and Lily Robotics. With a strong educational background in Business Administration and Marketing from Texas Christian University, Julie has demonstrated a consistent track record of exceeding performance metrics throughout various roles, including strategic partnerships at AOL and VeriSign.