Julia Smith

Julia Smith (she/hers/her) joins the Collaborate team as Director of Public Affairs after spending 5 years working in electoral politics. She spent three years in the Georgia State Senate, where she served in a communications role for the Democratic caucus as well as the Chief of Staff for the Vice Chair. She moved to Los Angeles in 2021 to manage a municipal campaign, building a network of local connections and knowledge. Her experience and expertise include research, strategic communications, grassroots outreach and coalition building.