Her certification by the Celebrant USA Foundation and Institute, Montclair, NJ, consists of extensive study in rituals and celebrations for couples, families, individuals, and groups.

“I believe ceremonies for milestone events should be memorable and meaningful. When we pause in our daily routine to acknowledge special days, we confirm our humanity and our most cherished connections to one another.”

She focused her celebrant training on creating and officiating at ceremonies for couples…weddings, commitment ceremonies, special anniversaries, and vow renewals.

“When I create a ceremony for a couple, I put their dreams and wishes first. It’s their ceremony . . . so what I create reflects their love story, their intentions and promises for the future, and their style and spirit. This is joyful work!”

Prior to becoming a celebrant, Julie was Associate Dean at Pace University in Manhattan; a curriculum manager/trainer at Bell Laboratories, AT&T and Lucent Technologies in New Jersey; and Associate Director of the Noble Maritime Collection, an art museum on Staten Island.

“Being a celebrant is another chapter in my life’s mission to serve others. I am so fortunate to have a rich background to enhance my celebrant practice.”

Her education includes a bachelor’s degree from Augsburg College, Minneapolis, MN, in English literature and art. Her master’s degree is from Polytechnic University of New York in organizational behavior.

She and her husband have lived on Staten Island for over 25 years. Together they enjoy travel, gardening, food, and, of course, celebrating milestones with their family.

“It is a privilege and honor to work with couples and families to make their ceremonies meaningful and full of great memories.”