Julia Thornton

Julia Thornton currently serves as the Lead of Corporate Communications for Walmart Connect since August 2021, driving a comprehensive communications program for the retail media arm of Walmart. Previously, Julia held various roles at Facebook, including Communications Manager for Advertiser Communications and Marketing Partnerships. Julia’s experience also encompasses senior management in global product communications at Meltwater, internal communications roles at Blue Shield of California, and consulting at Thornton Communications. Julia began their career in journalism, with roles at Clear Channel of Northern Colorado and the Colorado Springs Gazette. Academic credentials include a Master’s in Nonprofit Administration from the University of San Francisco and a B.A. in Technical Journalism from Colorado State University, complemented by training in coaching and a certification in pastry arts.