Julie Larsen

Julie Larsen is the Manager of Learning and Development at Databricks, a position she has held since January 2023. Prior to this role, she served as a Staff Program Manager Lead and Senior Learning and Development Program Manager at the same company, where she focused on enhancing employee training and development initiatives.13

Professional Background

• Databricks:

  • Manager, Learning and Development (January 2023 - Present)
  • Staff Program Manager Lead (October 2022 - January 2023)
  • Senior Learning and Development Program Manager (March 2022 - October 2022)

• Amazon:

  • Senior Program Manager, Leadership Development (May 2020 - February 2022)
    • Developed strategies for leadership training programs, focusing on diversity and inclusion.
    • Managed mental health training for managers across various business groups.

• University of Washington:

  • Senior Program Manager (November 2015 - July 2018)
    • Led initiatives to standardize hiring processes and improve project management systems.

Education

• Knox College: Bachelor of Arts in Psychology (2000 - 2004)
• Seattle University: Master of Arts in Student Development Administration (2004 - 2006)

Certifications

Julie is a member of the International Coaching Federation, which indicates her commitment to professional coaching standards.12

Her extensive experience in learning and development, particularly in creating inclusive programs for diverse employee groups, highlights her dedication to fostering an equitable workplace environment.