In our very first episode of "Everyday Leaders, Leading Exceptionally," I sit down with Julie Cnossen, an accomplished leader with nearly 20 years in the nonprofit sector and now the CEO of John Grace Restoration. We dive deep into the learner mindset, the shift from transactional to collaborative leadership, and the importance of building authentic relationships based on reciprocal feedback.

Julie shares her personal journey, including the challenges and insights gained from transitioning to a new. We explore the necessity of self-awareness, managing emotions, and the universal need for purposeful and supportive work environments.

Tune in to hear how Julie's leadership philosophy empowers teams to thrive both in nonprofit and for-profit settings. Don't miss this insightful conversation on exceptional leadership!

Julie’s Bio:

Julie Cnossen has nearly 20 years of experience in the nonprofit sector. In the past, she has served as a program director for a Grand Rapids area nonprofit focused on supporting runaway and homeless youth. Before that, Julie provided clinical services and support to men exiting the justice system, provided treatment for women who were chemically dependent, and provided trauma-focused counseling to refugees seeking safety within West Michigan. Julie received both her bachelor's and master's degrees from Grand Valley State University and maintains licensure in the state of Michigan as a clinical social worker. During her time within the nonprofit sector, she also served on several Michigan statewide boards. In 2021, Julie made a career move from the nonprofit arena to the for-profit space and currently serves as a CEO at John Grace Restoration in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

John Grace provides cleanup and repair services for residential and commercial customers within West Michigan who have experienced property loss. Julie is responsible for 115 staff members in 4 service locations in her current role. Julie holds a strong belief in collaboration in people development. In all of her positions, Julie has worked hard to create authentic and accountable spaces where leaders are empowered to focus on their strengths and develop high-performing, inclusive teams. Julie has lived and worked her entire life in West Michigan. She has been married for 22 years and has two young adult children. Julie has been involved in various faith-based communities within West Michigan and is always seeking new opportunities to provide volunteer support to justice-focused initiatives.

Connect with Julie:

Website: https://www.john-grace.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-cnossen-0069ab43/
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