Julie Prusak

Julie Prusak

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Entrepreneur | Experienced Board Member | Strategy Consultant | I help leaders and teams grow and achieve their goals

  • Education

    • Stanford University

      1978 - 1982
      Master of Science (M.S.) Biological Sciences
    • Stanford University Graduate School of Business

      1986 - 1988
      Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
    • Stanford University

      1978 - 1982
      Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Human Biology

      Activities and Societies: Kappa Kappa Gamma, Senate, Cap and Gown Society

  • Experience

    • Booz Allen Hamilton (now Strategy &)

      Jan 1988 - Jan 1990
      Associate

      Researched, authored and delivered presentations and conducted data gathering and analysis for client teams in the Strategy and Information Systems Practices.

    • Swander, Pace & Company (now Accenture Strategy)

      Jan 1990 - Jan 1992
      Principal

      Led teams to deliver strategic consulting services to clients in the food and beverage industry. Provided services in strategy development, mergers and acquisitions, marketing, sales force effectiveness, and organization design. Managed recruiting, hiring, and on-boarding processes for firm.

    • Ethos Consulting

      May 1992 - Dec 2019
      Chief Executive Officer

      Provide unique leadership advisory services and retainer-based executive recruiting services to corporate and non-profit clients focusing on C-Level executives. Personally sold and executed searches primarily in the investment banking, management consulting, and consumer products industries. Advised start-up and established companies and their financial backers on recruiting, on-boarding and retention of senior executives. Created and managed all functions of firm with offices in San Francisco and Phoenix. Supervised: marketing, sales, IT, human resources, payroll, tax preparation, insurance and retirement plan administration. Show less

    • Expect Success Tools

      May 2008 - now
      Owner / Founder

      Examination of expectations leads to clarity and leads to a desire to focus on intelligent solutions without blaming. This is what it means to Expect Success.The MBE framework has been proven to:➤ Increase Productivity➤ Promote alignment and clarity➤ Achieve high moraleWe created the Management by Expectations (MBE) framework by capitalizing on years of first-hand experience. Since then we’ve helped over 500 C-suite executives and board members overcome different challenges with dysfunctional teams and ineffective hiring practices.The MBE Framework can be used for:-Team Alignment-Attract and Hire new employees-Onboard new employees-Retain Key Employees-Board member alignment Show less

    • Mensana Foundation

      Dec 2012 - May 2015
      President

      Established and managed a Public Charity to promote collaboration between business leaders and non-profit organizations. Awarded 501(c)(3) status. Conducted over 120 fundraising and friend-raising events.

    • Wanderlust Jewels

      May 2015 - now
      Chief Creative Officer

      Curated handmade jewelry inspired by global travel. Julie is a GIA certified Gemologist who has visited over 125 countries. Her collection is primarily sold at invitation-only trunk shows.Wanderlust Jewels donates 10% of profits to charities committed to the economic empowerment of women.

    • Ethos Luxury Travel

      Mar 2017 - now
      Luxury Travel Advisor

      At Ethos Luxury Travel we specialize in providing personalized service to deliver high value and high impact travel experiences to leisure and corporate incentive clients. A full-service luxury travel agency, we cater to discerning individuals, families, and groups.Julie’s relationship-focused travel planning services, deep industry knowledge and experienced team can deliver exceptional experiences and amenities that are not widely available.Connect with Julie to schedule a complimentary travel consultation.www.ethosluxuryadvisors.com Show less

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Graduate Gemologist

      Gemological Institute of America
      Jan 1978
    • Silver Muse Specialist

      Silversea Cruises
    • Silversea Specialist

      Silversea Cruises
    • Viking Russia Specialist

      Viking Cruises
    • Silversea Expeditions Specialist

      Silversea Cruises
    • Viking Rhine, Main, Moselle & Elbe River Specialist

      Viking Cruises
    • Viking River Cruising Specialist

      Viking Cruises
    • Uniworld River Cruise Specialist

      Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection
    • Viking China Specialist

      Viking Cruises
    • Viking Danube River Specialist

      Viking Cruises
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Julie Prusak
      Phoenix Business Journal Top 25 Women Business Leaders - Feb 2012 http://www.bizjournals.com/phoenix/print-edition/2012/02/24/women-in-business.html
    • Awarded to Julie Prusak
      2009 Trendsetter Trends Charitable Fund and Trends Magazine Jan 2009
    • Awarded to Julie Prusak
      2008 Spirit of Philanthropy Award for Ballet Arizona Greater Arizona Chapter of Association of Fundraising Professionals
  • Volunteer Experience

    • 2011 Phoenix Heart Ball Chairman

      Issued by American Heart Association | American Stroke Association
      American Heart Association | American Stroke AssociationAssociated with Julie Prusak
    • 2011 Ballet Ball Honorary Chairman

      Issued by Ballet Arizona
      Ballet ArizonaAssociated with Julie Prusak
    • 2009 Ballet Ball Co-Chairman

      Issued by Ballet Arizona
      Ballet ArizonaAssociated with Julie Prusak
    • 2008 Ballet Ball Co-Chairman

      Issued by Ballet Arizona
      Ballet ArizonaAssociated with Julie Prusak
    • 2009 Opera Ball Chairman

      Issued by Arizona Opera
      Arizona OperaAssociated with Julie Prusak
    • 2008 Opera Ball Chairman

      Issued by Arizona Opera
      Arizona OperaAssociated with Julie Prusak
    • Arizona Board Member Emeritus

      Issued by Playworks on Jan 2014
      PlayworksAssociated with Julie Prusak
    • Member Board Of Directors

      Issued by The Phoenix Symphony on Sept 2018
      The Phoenix SymphonyAssociated with Julie Prusak
    • Member Board Of Trustees

      Issued by The Phoenix Symphony on Sept 2018
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    • Board of Directors, Greater Phoenix Division

      Issued by American Heart Association on Jan 2010
      American Heart AssociationAssociated with Julie Prusak
    • Board of Directors

      Issued by Ballet Arizona on Jan 2007
      Ballet ArizonaAssociated with Julie Prusak
    • Board of Directors

      Issued by The Phoenix Symphony on Sept 2018
      The Phoenix SymphonyAssociated with Julie Prusak
    • President, Board of Directors

      Issued by Trends Charitable Fund on Dec 2011
      Trends Charitable FundAssociated with Julie Prusak
    • Member, Advisory Council

      Issued by Arizona School for the Arts on Oct 2013
      Arizona School for the ArtsAssociated with Julie Prusak
    • Member

      Issued by Arizona Women's Board (formerly Women's Board of the Arizona Kidney Foundation) on Jan 2007
      Arizona Women's Board (formerly Women's Board of the Arizona Kidney Foundation)Associated with Julie Prusak
    • Member

      Issued by National Charity League Phoenix Chapter on May 2006
      National Charity League Phoenix ChapterAssociated with Julie Prusak
    • Member

      Issued by Boys Team Charity League Phoenix Chapter on May 2007
      Boys Team Charity League Phoenix ChapterAssociated with Julie Prusak
    • Troop Leader

      Issued by Girl Scouts Of America on Sept 2007
      Girl Scouts Of AmericaAssociated with Julie Prusak
    • Co-Chairman

      Issued by Stanford Graduate School of Business Arizona Alumni Chapter on Sept 2007
      Stanford Graduate School of Business Arizona Alumni ChapterAssociated with Julie Prusak