Scaling a company is one challenge; scaling it with soul is another. Julia Slee builds cultures where people, purpose, and performance grow together—demonstrating that how we work matters just as much as what we achieve. Julia is the Senior Vice President of People & Culture at Kate Farms, where she leads talent strategy across talent acquisition, leadership development, learning, and total rewards. Throughout her career, she has led large-scale transformation initiatives, built people functions from the ground up, and helped organizations scale in ways that balance performance with humanity. Her work focuses on shaping inclusive, values-driven cultures that drive strong, sustainable business outcomes. Julia holds a bachelor’s degree in Anthropology from Mount Holyoke College and is based in Boston, Massachusetts.