Julia Furtaw is passionate about leadership development and specializes in coaching leaders through transitions—into new roles, new careers, or retirement. After three decades in publishing and educational technology, in editorial, product management and leadership roles, Julia discovered that she is happiest when helping others explore their lives, professional and personal, helping them identify behaviors and mindsets keeping them from their full potential. Through the coaching process, clients discover their unique keys to living their best lives. Her goal is to help others make a strong, positive impact on those around them.

Julia is a transformational coach known for her thoughtful, curious, and deeply respectful approach. Rather than offering quick fixes or prescriptive advice, Julia guides clients through a powerful inquiry process that uncovers root issues, shifts limiting mindsets, and unlocks lasting growth. Drawing from a blend of research, lived experience, and intuitive listening, she helps individuals see themselves and their challenges more clearly—then supports them in building practical, actionable strategies to move forward with confidence.

Clients describe Julia as both grounding and energizing—someone who creates a safe space for reflection, yet consistently challenges them to dig deeper, think differently, and step fully into their potential. Whether navigating a career transition, strengthening leadership skills, or overcoming internal blockers like self-doubt or fear of failure, she equips clients with tools and perspectives that are replicable, empowering, and transferable across all areas of life.

The results are tangible: stronger communication, clearer leadership presence, renewed confidence, and a mindset that supports sustainable success. Julia’s coaching is ideal for individuals ready to grow into a new title or role, who have recently left a job, or who are planning for retirement. Her approach isn’t just about the change, but in how they show up, lead, and thrive.

Julia earned a BA from James Madison College at Michigan State University and an MBA from Wayne State University. She is a certified Hudson Coach and holds the ACC credential from the International Coaching Federation. She is also a certified Leadership Circle Profile practitioner.