Meet GBC founder and principal consultant,
julia grisdela
Julia is a native of East Lansing, Michigan, and a dynamic professional with a deep-rooted passion for technology, problem solving, and making things happen.
She began her academic journey at The University of Findlay, where she not only earned a Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Finance, but also demonstrated her athletic ambition as a member of the women's basketball team. Her dedication and hard work enabled her to graduate in an impressive three years.
Continuing her pursuit of excellence, Julia attended The Ohio State University. At the Fisher College of Business, she obtained her Master of Accounting, further enhancing her expertise in the field. Her post-graduate career kicked off at Deloitte, where she spent four years, dedicating three years to Audit and one year to Project Management. This experience significantly sharpened her client service and deadline-driven delivery skills.
Julia transitioned into the manufacturing industry when she joined the team at Rogue Fitness. Starting as a Tech Project Manager, she successfully led a major Workday® implementation. Her outstanding performance led to a promotion to HR Tech Product Manager, where she managed the system for two years, driving significant technological advancements within the company.
Residing in Columbus, Ohio, Julia is married and enjoys a well-rounded life outside of work. She is an avid reader and movie enthusiast, loves traveling, stays active with regular workouts, and is a passionate follower of college sports.
OUR philosophy
Grisdela Business Consulting (GBC) was established in 2023 out of the desire to apply a distinct project management philosophy driven by curiosity, hard work, and a bias towards action to assist clients in achieving the outcomes they desire. Offering guidance tailored to clients unique needs, GBC provides steadfast commitment to getting things done efficiently and effectively. We are a proud woman-owned business.
Providing excellence in all three roles, GBC is your key utility player.
project manager
Responsible for one project at a time - from inception through completion - using various methodologies like Agile, Waterfall, and Scrum.
program manager
Responsible for running multiple projects in a portfolio that are aligned with the organization's overall strategic goals.
product manager
Owner of a specific product - creates the vision, executes on the roadmap, and works with cross-functional teams to deliver.