Julie Pavlish began working at Homeword in 2018. First serving as the homebuyer educator for our organization, she transitioned to the role of operations and programs director in the spring of 2024. 

A graduate of the University of Montana, Julie focused on financial literacy education early in her career, becoming a certified financial counselor in 2013. Throughout her early career, Julie focused on helping community members understand their financial options and chart courses to achieve their financial goals. The thing she loves most about her work now as operations and program director is supporting our team and programs as they work to achieve our mission.

At Homeword, Julie is always there for our team, providing cheerful company and a sounding board to work through challenges. She carries this into the broader community, serving on several committees dedicated to bringing housing knowledge beyond the classroom.

Julie is a HUD Certified Housing Counselor, a National Center for Home Ownership Education and Counseling (NCHEC) Housing Counselor, and has been certified for Credit Counseling for Maximum Results.

Pavlish briefed National Press Foundation fellows in October 2024: ‘Housing Is Really a Human Issue.’