Julie Gonzalez

Project Manager

Julie has extensive experience engaging with communities and organizations to  advance equity for marginalized communities in conservation efforts. She has a background in place-based education, youth workforce development, and community engagement. Fueled by a deep curiosity for the interconnectedness of humans and the environment, Julie pursued a BS in Environmental Science and Geology from the University of Texas at Austin. Her academic journey honed her ability to perceive ecosystems as intricate webs of relationships, a perspective she seamlessly integrates into her facilitation and collaboration styles.

Julie's impactful career includes serving as the Community Engagement Coordinator for the National Park Service in Grand Teton National Park, where she forged connections with underrepresented communities, dismantled barriers to access to public lands, and fostered partnerships with both national and local organizations to provide enriching outdoor experiences for youth and families. Prior to this, she contributed her expertise to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service in San Diego, CA, as part of their Urban Wildlife Refuge Program.

Julie lives in Teton County, WY with her husband and adorable goldendoodle. In her free time, you’ll find her on a raft floating the Snake River, skiing on a snow-covered mountain, or exploring dirt roads on her bike.

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