Julia Applefeld joined Bloomberg Associates in July 2020. She works with client cities to enhance governmental transparency, efficiency, and integrity. Optimizing impact through strategic development, Julia fills a data-driven role to support solutions for clients. Key project-areas include governmental efficiency audits and streamlining federal policy via communication initiatives for cities to maximize their intake and understanding of available resources. Key topics include Census developments, and COVID-relief policy.

Prior to joining Bloomberg Associates, Julia volunteered in Jerusalem, Israel connecting immigrant groups to community resources. Following this role, Julia worked in the private sector in a client/vendor-oriented position. Her client-management experience is driven by a strong understanding of the importance of relationship and community development.

Originally from Columbus, Ohio she is a graduate of the University of Texas at Austin.