Our March Speaker: Julie Petr

Propelling Your Career with Mentoring & Networking

Julie Petr serves as the Executive Director for the Pass e Torch For Women Foundation. PTTFW is a not-for-pro t organization that embraces the vision of a world where women are more equitably represented at the top leadership of

business, organizations and government. eir mission is to create a community that supports building women’s careers through mentoring relationships and leadership development. e Foundation works to provide program- ming and mentoring resources to women throughout their career lifecycle. As the Executive Director, Julie is respon- sible for campaign fundraising, volunteer management, event planning, and managing programing.

Previously, Julie was a Corporate Director for the Amer- ican Heart Association where for ve years she led the Indianapolis Go Red For Women campaign. Go Red For Women is the branch of the AHA that focuses on wom- en’s heart health and Indianapolis hosts one of the top ve luncheons in the United States. During her tenure with the AHA, Julie received the Indiana Revenue Generation Award Of Excellence in 2014 and the 2012 Rookie Of e Year Award.

Julie lives in Lawrence Township with her husband, Todd, of 27 years and their four children. She is president of her Homeowner’s Association and active with her chil- dren’s school, book club, and travel!