Based in Sydney, Julia recently returned home after nearly 18 years based in the US. Previously, Julia Nenke led the firms Leadership Advisory Practice for North America. As a leadership and transformation specialist, she works across industries helping leaders navigate their most complex talent and organizational challenges. Julia has deep expertise in executive development, team development and organizational transformation. She is passionate about the human dimension of leadership and works as a coach and thought partner to senior executives on their own development and ways to unlock the full potential of their teams and organisations.
I really believe that leadership is a journey, and my passion is helping leaders unlock their unique potential, build teams, and inspire organizations.
Prior to joining Egon Zehnder, Julia had extensive executive experience as a CHRO working directly with CEO’s, Boards and Executive teams to accelerate organisational performance and cultivate talent. She has worked in a variety of sectors including technology, consumer products, healthcare and private equity. Prior to joining Egon Zehnder, she was the CHRO for a software company, Vertafore, owned by TPG.
Julia earned an MBA from the University of Melbourne and has completed a Leadership Coaching Certificate from the Institute of Transformational Leadership at Georgetown University. The mother of adult children, she is passionate about family, friends, and shared experiences. As an avid traveler and cook, gathering around a crowded table for a great meal, laughter and conversation is one of her favorite things.
