Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Civic Leadership & Community Engagement
Accomplishments
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Julie Holmer

PLANO

Summary

Proven leader with extensive experience in fundraising, community engagement, and strategic development. Adept at cultivating donor relationships, executing successful campaigns and events, and aligning mission-driven goals with impactful outreach. Deeply invested in Plano and North Texas, with a unique blend of civic leadership, nonprofit collaboration, and creative marketing expertise.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Account Executive

Executive Press
01.2018 - Current
  • Manage a diverse portfolio of nonprofit, civic, and corporate clients focused on branding, marketing collateral, and donor communications.
  • Foster partnerships through community outreach and relationship-driven sales.
  • Collaborate with nonprofit leaders to develop creative donor recognition strategies and visibility campaigns.

Partner | Director | Consultant

Mind’s Eye Solutions
01.2002 - 01.2022
  • Co-founded Oracle consulting firm; secured long-term corporate contracts and led strategic operations.
  • Produced 'Mudbug Fest,' raising over $135,000 for local nonprofits through sponsorships and community events.
  • Oversaw budgeting, client contracts, office and human resources management functions including payroll and quarterly tax filings.

Partner | Operator

Angela’s at the Crosswalk
01.2011 - 01.2017
  • Operated popular downtown Plano restaurant with strong local and charitable engagement.
  • Designed community events and partnerships, strengthening brand and civic ties.
  • Led marketing efforts and built a loyal customer base through creative outreach.

Human Resources Director

Hencie Consulting Services, Inc.
01.1999 - 01.2002
  • Directed HR for a 125+ employee software firm, overseeing staffing, compliance, benefits, and employee relations.
  • Earned SPHR certification and advised leadership on workforce planning and organizational culture.

Education

Bachelor - Social Work

Stephen F. Austin State University

Skills

  • Fundraising Strategy
  • Donor Cultivation
  • Corporate & Foundation Relations
  • Event Planning
  • Community Engagement
  • Strategic Planning
  • Marketing & Brand Alignment
  • Board & Volunteer Relations

Civic Leadership & Community Engagement

- Deputy Mayor Pro Tem, City of Plano (Appointed June 2024)
- City Council Member, City of Plano (Elected 2021, Re-elected 2023)
- Board/Volunteer Roles: Assistance Center of Collin County, Plano Parks & Recreation Foundation, Historic Downtown Plano Association, Theatre Britain, North Texas Pride Foundation
- Graduate: Leadership Plano Class 30; Plano Police Academy (Class 56); Plano Fire Academy (Class 42)
- Former PTA Board Member (2011–2021); City of Plano Census Committee (2020)

Accomplishments

- Spirit of Judy Drotman Award, ArtCentre of Plano (2024)
- Girl Boss, Plano Magazine (2017)
- Rookie of the Year, Plano Chamber of Commerce (2013)

Timeline

Account Executive

Executive Press
01.2018 - Current

Partner | Operator

Angela’s at the Crosswalk
01.2011 - 01.2017

Partner | Director | Consultant

Mind’s Eye Solutions
01.2002 - 01.2022

Human Resources Director

Hencie Consulting Services, Inc.
01.1999 - 01.2002

Bachelor - Social Work

Stephen F. Austin State University