Julie Williams, MBA, is a Project Manager with the Center for Deployment Psychology (CDP), where she supports the Military Child & Family Collaboratory, an initiative focused on advancing best practices to improve access to high-quality behavioral health care for military-connected children and families, including telehealth and capacity-building strategies.

Previously, Ms. Williams worked with the Military Family Research Institute at Purdue University on the Star Behavioral Health Providers program, supporting efforts to expand access to culturally competent care for military-connected individuals and increase the adoption of evidence-based practices. Her earlier experience includes leadership roles in community mental health, program coordination, and higher education, where she supported service delivery, workforce development, and systems-level collaboration for children, families, and providers.

In addition to her professional experience, Ms. Williams brings a personal perspective as a veteran spouse and the parent of an active-duty Marine, offering lived insight into military family life. This perspective strengthens her commitment to advancing practical, family-centered solutions that reflect the needs of military-connected children and families.

Ms. Williams earned her bachelor’s degree from Purdue University and her Master of Business Administration from Purdue University Global.