Julie Wilford is a seasoned finance professional with over 15 years of experience in senior leadership roles, specializing in financial management, governance, risk and compliance, and stakeholder engagement. They have a strong track record in driving operational efficiencies and leading transformation initiatives, notably as the Chief Financial Officer at Makro South Africa and the Group Chief Financial Officer at Tarsus Distribution. Currently, Julie serves as the Senior Director of Technology & Operations at Walmart Claims Services, where they focus on implementing data governance frameworks and optimizing finance ecosystems. They are pursuing several degrees in accounting and finance from the University of South Africa and the University of KwaZulu-Natal.