Julie Pavlish

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Operations and Program Director

Julie began working at Homeword in 2018. First serving as the homebuyer educator for our organization, she transitioned to the role of operations and programs director in the spring of 2024. 

A graduate of the University of Montana, Julie focused on financial literacy education early in her career, becoming a certified financial counselor in 2013. Throughout her career, Julie’s focus has been helping community members understand their financial options and chart courses to achieve their financial goals. The thing she loves most about her work is empowering others to accomplish their financial goals and together building a bright, diverse and vibrant community.

At Homeword, Julie is always there for our team, providing cheerful company and a sounding board to work through challenges. She carries this into the broader community, serving on several committees dedicated to bringing housing knowledge beyond our classroom. 

Julie is a HUD Certified Housing Counselor, a National Center for Home Ownership Education and Counseling (NCHEC) Housing Counselor, and has been certified for Credit Counseling for Maximum Results.