SDSU Business Student
Marketing & Business Strategy
Curious about people. Energized by ambiguous problems. Focused on turning ideas into action.
About
A curious mind with a people-first approach
Julia is a San Diego State University business student focused on marketing and interested in the intersection of people, business, and technology — particularly marketing, business development, user research, and business operations, where understanding people and solving ambiguous problems can create meaningful outcomes.
Curious, adaptable, and naturally collaborative, Julia thrives in situations where the path forward isn't immediately clear. She's a strong listener who instinctively puts herself in other people's shoes, while bringing the initiative and persistence needed to turn ideas into action — often the person others turn to for help, perspective, or a fresh approach.
Featured Experiences
Real-World Learning. Lasting Impact.
Julia's experiences have taken her well beyond the classroom — strengthening her ability to adapt quickly, communicate across cultures, and work effectively with people from different backgrounds. A quick look below; full write-ups and photos are available to approved visitors.
Madagascar
English Language Volunteer
May–July 2026
Taught English to young adults in a cross-cultural educational environment.
Oaxaca, Mexico
Spanish Language & Cultural Immersion
June–July 2022
Completed a three-week Spanish-language immersion program.
Costa Rica
Community Construction Project
July 2019
Helped build a local church and supported local children with their English skills.
Catalina Island, CA
Marine Biology Research Project
October 2019
Explored local marine ecosystems through hands-on field research.
Vitality Bowls
Customer Experience & Operations Associate
2024–2025
Supported customers and day-to-day operations in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
Current Research
What makes an influencer feel authentic?
Julia is conducting primary research into how young adults distinguish between authentic and inauthentic influencers on social media — exploring the relationship between perceived authenticity, trust, social influence, and consumer behavior, with findings aimed at helping brands build more genuine connections with younger audiences.
Read the full write-up →Skills & Languages
What Julia brings to the table
Marketing & Business
- Consumer Research
- User Research
- Business Analysis
- Problem Solving
- Customer Experience
Technology
- Microsoft Office
- AI Tools & Agents
- Data Analysis
Languages
- English — Native
- German — Native
- Spanish — Conversational
Beyond the Resume
- Watercolor & Drawing
- Writing
- Hiking
- Creative Matcha Experiments