With a 40+ year career in Banking, Julie has gained significant knowledge and experience from a variety of senior leadership roles in Commercial and Retail Banking. Presently leading on working with strategic partners from both the Private and Public sector who are valued supporters of entrepreneurs in the UK. Her responsibilities include the Banks multi award winning Women in Business program and the Banks support for Ethnic Minority Businesses. Julie is an ardent supporter of business expansion and growth, an external influencer, Board member, Chair of the Access to Finance at the APPG for Women in Enterprise, a guest lecturer for the Financial Alliance for Women and is passionate about supporting the next generation of entrepreneurs and future leaders.