Bio
Julie Meehan builds leadership capacity in nonprofit organizations through strategic planning, board and executive development, and leadership training. She oversees the Executive Leadership Program for Nonprofit Organizations and manages the University of Georgia’s Vivian H. Fisher Public Service and Outreach Leadership Academy. Meehan also facilitates strategic planning for nonprofits across the state, contributes to the institute’s adult community leadership curriculum, and is a member of UGA’s Interdisciplinary Alliance for Nonprofits.
Meehan brings more than 20 years of experience in the nonprofit sector. Prior to her current role, she served as the executive director of Community Connection of Northeast Georgia, where she led collaborative initiatives among regional nonprofits and provided incubation support for emerging organizations. She has also held roles as program director for The Tree House, Inc. and development coordinator for Hands On Atlanta.
Education
- Ph.D., public administration, University of Georgia
- M.S.W., University of Georgia
- B.A., international development and social change/political science, Clark University