With a rich history spanning over three decades, Julie Dormand has been at the forefront of shaping company growth across the advertising and marketing industry. Her leadership journey includes steering MercerBell, a leading CX Agency, through acquisition, buy-out, and strategic mergers while playing a pivotal role in empowering blue-chip brands like Qantas, Mastercard, and Purina to unlock their full customer potential. Now, Managing Director at The Works, Part of Capgemini, Julie is driven by a profound passion for creating human connections that unlock the potential of individuals, teams, and businesses alike. As an advocate for a people-first leadership approach, her contributions to the industry have not gone unnoticed, as evidenced by the prestigious AC&E Jon Clark Outstanding Contribution Award and the Mumbrella Industry Leader of the Year 2019 accolades. In 2023, she was a finalist in the ‘Executive Leader’ and ‘Glass Ceiling’ categories at the B&T Women in Media Awards. At present, Julie extends her leadership beyond The Works, serving as the Chair of the Advisory Board for Ellipsis Loyalty, a Board member at Kimberlin Education, and a mentor for Mentor Walks Australia.
In addition, Julie is the founder of the Friday Lunch Club, a Senior Leader networking group focused on fostering connections within the Sydney North Shore and Northern Beaches LGAs. With a unique blend of business acumen and an empathetic nature, Julie champions the principles of Daring Leadership, emphasizing the value of human connections, and bringing a sense of fun and excitement to everything she does.
Her enduring dedication to both business and the well-being of individuals positions her as a beacon of inspiration in the advertising and marketing arena – especially in a mentorship capacity.
