Julie Michaels has been appointed Executive Director of InlandAction, a non-partisan, business-oriented nonprofit group which works with public and private organizations to better the economic climate of the Inland Empire and Southern California.
A resident of the Inland Empire since 1987, Julie is the founder and owner of JB Michaels Consulting, a private firm providing leadership, board development and project management services. She has a wealth of experience across diverse fields, having worked as a contracts and senior business administrator for TRW at Norton Air Force Base, a teacher and National Academic Advisor serving the western region of the United States including both Redlands Unified and San Bernardino City School District, and a senior healthcare executive. Julie most recently served as Executive Director of Plymouth Village LPC in Redlands where she was involved in advocacy work in Sacramento and Washington, D.C., on healthcare bills and initiatives.
Julie has served on numerous local boards including the University of Redlands Trustees, the University of Redlands Alumni Association (Past President), Redlands Symphony, United Way and the Redlands RotaryClub, where she was Rotarian of the Year in 2005. She is a current member on the Redlands Community Foundation Board of Directors.
Julie has a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and Mathematics from California Lutheran University, an MBA from the University of Redlands, both multiple-subject and single subject California teaching credentials, and a California senior care license. While she has lived across the country, both Julie and her husband Barry have called the Inland Empire home since the late 1980’s. Barry is a 34-year employee of Esri, and together they have two grown children.
Julie succeeds Carole Beswick, who served as CEO for 17 years, and Deborah Barmack, who served as President for 12 years.
Michelle Martinez joined InlandAction in September 2024 serving as the organization’s Administrative Assistant where she is responsible for all office operations as well as digital updates to the website. With over 25 years of experience in office management, Michelle serves as Clerk to the Board of Directors, responsible for the agenda publication and records of all Board meetings. She is also responsible for logistical arrangements for InlandAction’s two annual advocacy trips.
Michelle served for 22 years as the Branch Office Administrator to a local insurance office supporting 30+ insurance agents. Her computer skills, financial skills and technology background will serve InlandAction well.
Michelle and her husband have been residents of the Inland Empire for almost 30 years with five children and two grandchildren. Michelle cares deeply about this region and is eager to contribute to its viability and appeal for future generations. Michelle succeeds Sue Harrison, who served as Administrative Assistant for 17 years.