Julia Kertz Grant
Vice-President, Cofounder
Julia is a self-starter with high ethical standards that complement her work experience at the intersection of public policy, sustainability, forestry, land conservation and natural resource management. She believes no challenge is too difficult to undertake and has led efforts to bring a range of partners together to brainstorm a solution, outline implementation steps, delegate responsibilities and achieve long-term goals. Julia’s passion, optimism, networking, communication and organizational skills enable her to make a difference at the local, national or global level.
Strategic thinking is on Julia’s daily to-do list as she builds on past experiences, learns what is happening today and envisions future conditions. She is a quick learner and a proven motivator with the ability to work under pressure while maintaining strong relationships with clients, the public, colleagues and management.
Julia moved to Boise with her husband 20 years ago from Colorado, not knowing a soul. They feel blessed to be raising their four “free-range” children in a community where “Boise Nice” is the standard, not the exception.
Julia holds a BA from the University of Missouri, Columbia, and a Masters Degree from the Duke University Nicholas School of the Environment.