Julie Lugo
Senior Director, Executive Search


My transition from frontline fundraising to non-profit recruitment enables me to continue to meet the needs of the community using my industry knowledge – being part of a passionate, dynamic and collaborative team certainly makes for a great work experience!
— Julie Lugo

Julie has more than 13 years of experience as a fundraising professional with nonprofit organizations representing healthcare, global conservation, and science education. Transitioning from frontline fundraising to nonprofit recruitment, Julie continues to meet the needs of the community by using her industry knowledge to best serve our clients. Julie previously worked in a major gifts capacity for San Diego Zoo Global, American Heart Association, and Discovery Cube Orange County. She has served on the AFP National Philanthropy Day Committee in Orange County and San Diego and has volunteered with various nonprofit organizations over the last decade. The depth and breadth of her experience has given her intimate knowledge of various types of nonprofits and the skills needed for success in each unique environment.

Although Julie originally hails from the UK, she has lived in southern California for the last 18 years and currently resides in San Diego with her family.

  • Education: BS, Business Administration and focus Public Sector, University of Phoenix

  • Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE) accreditation and Professional Certificate in Fundraising.

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