As vice president of property management, Julie has established and administered policies to guide Thompson Thrift's transition from a management company of residential property to one that is heavily positioned in retail and commercial office real estate. Prior to joining Thompson Thrift, Julie served as controller for All State Manufacturing Co. in Terre Haute, Ind.

Through the years, Julie has been involved in multiple fund-raising events for the American Cancer Society and served on the Terre Haute Apartment Association Board of Directors. In 2008, Julie obtained certification with the International Council of Shopping Centers as a Certified Shopping Center Manager. She attended Indiana State University.