Julie Baron
Principal
Communications Works
Julie Baron has 25 years of communications experience. She is a resourceful communications strategist with demonstrated ability to work internally within the organization, as well as externally within the community. Her functional expertise includes employee and leadership communications, global communications, training and public/media relations.
With a proven track record of positively impacting financial and operating results through communication, Julie’s client list includes Boehringer Ingelheim, Chicago Public Schools, Follett, Grainger, Lutheran Child & Family Services of IL, National Association of Realtors, PepsiAmericas, ServiceMaster, Verizon and Walgreens. Prior to opening the doors of Communications Works, Julie held senior-level communications positions for NEC and Motorola. She also has agency experience.
Julie has published several communication and training articles and has lectured on communications topics including CEO communication, change communication, culture development, global communication and strategic planning. She’s currently serving as a trainer for Melcrum. Julie has been recognized for her leadership abilities, team focus, creative strategy, execution and effective working relationships.
An active member of the International Association of Business Communicators (IABC), Julie has served as the president of the IABC/Chicago chapter, the association’s second largest chapter worldwide.