Julia Maddox
About Julia Maddox
Julia Maddox serves as the Senior Organizational Design Lead at IDEO, where she applies her unique design thinking approach. With a background in organizational innovation and a strong focus on fostering creativity, she has held various roles in organizational design and change management across multiple organizations.
Current Role at IDEO
Julia Maddox serves as the Senior Organizational Design Lead at IDEO, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she focuses on organizational design strategies that enhance team dynamics and foster innovation. Her expertise in design thinking is applied to help organizations navigate complex challenges and develop creative solutions.
Previous Experience at Barbara J. Burger iZone
Before joining IDEO, Julia Maddox worked at Barbara J. Burger iZone at the University of Rochester as the Director of Organizational Innovation & iZone from 2017 to 2022. During her five years in this role, she led initiatives aimed at enhancing organizational effectiveness and innovation within the educational sector.
Background in Change Management and Communications
Julia has a diverse background in change management and communications. She worked as a Change Management Consultant at Puget Sound Energy from 2014 to 2016 and as a Communications Initiatives Consultant from 2012 to 2014. These roles involved developing strategies to manage organizational change and improve internal communications.
Educational Background
Julia Maddox studied at Harvard Extension School, where she focused on Management, Organizational Behavior, and Accounting from 2014 to 2017. She also attended The George Washington University, earning a degree in Communications with a focus on English and Jazz from 2002 to 2006. Her educational background supports her expertise in organizational design and team leadership.
Specialization in Creative Ideation
Julia is recognized for her unique approach to design thinking, often referred to as a 'Post-it-pusher.' She specializes in managing high-stakes, short-term projects for rapidly scaling organizations. Her passion lies in helping teams discover their creative potential and momentum through structured ideation processes.