Julie Montgomery is the Director of Membership Strategy & Engagement at the Women’s Funding Network (WFN), where she leads the strategic and operational direction of a global membership program. She oversees recruitment, retention, learning opportunities, and member-centered events, while engaging closely with members to stay informed on gender equity trends, U.S. policy developments, and power-building strategies rooted in racial and gender justice.

With over 20 years of experience in international development and nonprofit leadership, Julie previously served as Vice President of Membership & Partnerships at the Society for International Development – United States (SID-US) and held leadership roles at InterAction, both membership-based networks working in global development. She brings deep expertise in strategic planning, DEI, membership growth, and cross-sector partnerships. Julie also served as an adjunct professor for the Human Rights Education Associates (HREA), teaching advanced gender mainstreaming. Julie holds a B.S. in Psychology, as well as a B.A. and M.A. in Sociology from the University of Florida.

Julie lives in Washington, DC with her family. Outside of work, she enjoys cooking, exploring the world, and seeing live music with family and friends.