Julie Kruse
About Julie Kruse
Julie Kruse is a Customer Operations Specialist at General Mills with a background in journalism and sales, having previously worked at Love Your Melon and Hubbard Broadcasting, Inc.
Current Role at General Mills
Julie Kruse is currently employed as a Customer Operations Specialist at General Mills in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States. In this position, she utilizes her extensive experience in customer engagement and strategic planning to manage relationships and operations effectively. Her role at General Mills involves overseeing customer-related processes to ensure the efficient delivery of services and products.
Experience at Love Your Melon
Before joining General Mills, Julie Kruse held several key positions at Love Your Melon. Starting as a Communication Manager in 2017 for 3 months, she then transitioned to a Wholesale Account Manager role for 11 months. From 2018 to 2020, she served as the Wholesale Director, where she was responsible for overseeing wholesale operations and driving sales strategies to boost the brand’s market presence. Her tenure at Love Your Melon was marked by her ability to manage and build relationships and lead her team effectively.
Journalism Career
Julie Kruse has an extensive background in journalism, with experience working at Hubbard Broadcasting, Inc. as a Television News Reporter, Producer, and Anchor for three years. She also served as a Multimedia Journalist and Assistant at Northland's NewsCenter, and had internships at both Northland's NewsCenter and KARE 11. Her journalism experience spans five years, during which she honed her skills in communication, reporting, and content production.
Educational Background
Julie Kruse earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs from the University of Minnesota-Duluth, where she studied from 2010 to 2013. She also attended Maple Grove Senior High School, where she achieved a cumulative GPA of 3.99/4.00 in General Studies from 2007 to 2010. Her education provided her with a strong foundation in communication and journalism, which has been instrumental in her professional success.
Skills and Expertise
With seven years of experience in journalism, sales, and customer engagement, Julie Kruse possesses a unique blend of skills. She is a skilled communicator adept at training and leading teams, managing relationships, and delivering presentations. She is also a strategic planner with a strong understanding of sales processes, capable of elevating brands and converting revenue targets into tangible business outcomes.