Julie Valk Vaccaro
About Julie Valk Vaccaro
Julie Valk Vaccaro serves as the VP of Manufacturing Programs and Strategic Sourcing at Beehive Industries, bringing extensive experience from her previous roles at GE and Boom Supersonic. She has a strong background in team development, strategic sourcing, and cost-saving initiatives across various sectors including healthcare and energy.
Current Role at Beehive Industries
Julie Valk Vaccaro serves as the Vice President of Manufacturing Programs and Strategic Sourcing at Beehive Industries. She has held this position since 2022 and is based in Denver, Colorado. In her role, she focuses on overseeing manufacturing programs and strategic sourcing initiatives, contributing to the company's operational efficiency and supply chain management.
Previous Experience at Boom Supersonic
Julie held multiple roles at Boom Supersonic, starting as the Vice President of Supply Chain & Program Office in 2019. She transitioned to Vice President of Programs & Operations for six months in 2020, followed by a year as Vice President of Commercial Development & Operations until 2021. Her tenure at Boom Supersonic involved significant contributions to supply chain management and program oversight.
Career at General Electric (GE)
Julie has extensive experience at General Electric (GE), where she worked in various capacities from 2007 to 2017. Her roles included Senior Audit Manager and Executive in Global Sourcing at GE Power. She also served as Audit Manager and Associate Auditor in the Corporate Audit Staff, gaining experience in internal consulting and audit across multiple international locations.
Educational Background
Julie studied at The University of British Columbia, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Economics from 2005 to 2008. Additionally, she attended Cardiff University, achieving a Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc) in Economics from 2006 to 2007. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her career in manufacturing and strategic sourcing.
Mentorship and Team Development
Julie is passionate about team development and has a history of mentoring individuals to achieve greater success. She emphasizes the importance of fostering talent and providing guidance, which enhances team performance and contributes to organizational goals.