Julia Chialastri is a dedicated scholar who began her academic journey as an undergraduate at Sam Houston State University (SHSU), where she was selected as a Raven Scholar. She pursued her passion for criminology, biosecurity and criminal justice, by continuing her graduate studies at SHSU.

After graduation, Julia transitioned into a successful career, leveraging her education and skills in data management. She brought her expertise to a Fortune 50 company, where she has contributed to impactful projects in the realm of corporate strategy, mergers and acquisition as well as customer data management.

Outside of her professional life, Julia is actively involved in sustainable agriculture and permaculture communities. She enjoys spending her free time playing video games with her husband and cherishing moments with her daughter.