Julia Stamberger

Julia Stamberger is a seasoned entrepreneur and business leader with extensive experience in the food and beverage industry. As CEO and Co-Founder of The Planting Hope Company, Inc. since 2016, Julia has driven innovation in plant-based and environmentally friendly products. Julia also serves on the Board of Directors for AlphaZeta Management and the Plant Based Foods Association, and is a member of the Exceptional Women Alliance. Julia founded GP Concept Labs, Inc., which includes AirlineMporium and CustomSnackbox, and previously established The Next BIG Thing Group, providing brand advisory services. In addition, Julia has contributed to various advisory roles, including at the IN2 Entrepreneurship Center and Silverwood Partners, and has guided the development of notable brands such as Hope & Sesame and Mozaics. Julia holds an MBA from Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management and a BS from Miami University, along with a strong educational background in mathematics and science from IMSA and Geneva English School.