Julie Wade

Julie Wade, CFE has over 20 years of work experience in various marketing and leadership roles within the retail, food, and consulting industries. Julie most recently served as the Senior Director of Marketing at Taziki's Mediterranean Cafe. Julie has also held positions at Huddle House, Inc., Yogurt Mountain Franchising, and Auntie Litter, Inc., where they gained expertise in field marketing, product development, and project management. Additionally, they owned and operated their own consulting company, Retail Connections Consulting LLC, providing marketing and operational services to independent business owners. Julie's extensive experience and diverse skill set make their a valuable asset to any organization.

Julie Wade, CFE, holds a BA in Communication with a specialization in Advertising from the University of Alabama, which they obtained from 1989 to 1993. Julie has also furthered their education by acquiring additional certifications, including Social Media Strategy Training and Certification from HubSpot Academy in June 2020, and becoming a Certified Franchise Executive (CFE) from ICFE in February 2018.