Julie Giles PhD

Julie is the founder and leader of Growth Minded Parents. Julie has worked with children and families for more than 30 years and lives into her calling to encourage individuals wherever they are in their journey.

About Julie

Master of the weekend road trip, connoisseur of maple-bacon doughnuts, creative party planner, and lover of life. Julie loves to bring perspective, organize thoughts and ideas, and dream really big. She grew up in Colorado where she met her amazing husband Isaac 37 years ago. Together they have 4 grown kids, a grandson, and a small farm. Julie is a parenting specialist, an innovative problem solver, and a creative visionary. She holds a B.S. from Colorado Christian University and a Master’s in Organizational Leadership from Grand Canyon University. Her busy life includes public speaking, breaking educational stereotypes in the school where she teaches, serving as an adjunct professor, volunteering in her church and community, and working with her husband to lead a ministry for adults looking for hope. Julie’s passion is helping people get “it.”