Julie DeLucca Collins

I was born in San Salvador, El Salvador, my mom's native country. My dad was born in Manhattan, NY, during the depression.

I lived in Miami during high school, attended college in Northern Virginia.

My career path has lead me to teach, retail, and corporate America. I now use a combination of all my background and skills in my current position. I am a C-level executive for an Academic Solutions Company that works in partnership with school districts, schools, parents, and teachers. We provide educational programs to students and educators.

I lived in NYC for some time, but I married an amazing man that swept me off my feet and brought me to the Hartford CT area. Having a yard is new to me!

I work from my home office on most days, but make time to be in the NYC office at least once per week. This trip into the city allows me to get my NY bagel fix.

I love to travel and have visited 25 countries around the world. I intend to continue to fill my passport with stamps and visas. I have also visited over 30 states. I plan to visit all the states one day.

I am an entrepreneur at heart. I am passionate about volunteering for causes that mean a lot to me.

My new adventure is starting new small business that supports, mentors, and encourages women in business. Stay tuned. I will be using all of my knowledge, experience, and passion for networking in this venture.

I love to read; I am up on politics and have strong opinions. I love to dance, and I enjoy being social. My #handsomehothusband keeps me on my toes. I am not very religious, but I do love Jesus. I do the course from time to time... I know he still loves me (my mom wishes I would go back to the Catholic Church.) I am embracing God and Faith in my way.

I am a human mom to two adorable pups. Yogi Bear a Bichon mix and Simba a Maltese. Simba is adorable and Yogi is a little bit like Eeyore. Love them both.

Red is my color; Rose is my flower. Diamond, my birthstone. Yankee fan forever. Oh, I hate Onions.