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DESIGN A CAREER around MULTIPLE PASSIONS with Julie.

I believe you do not have to choose just one path. My talks give audiences the tools to connect their strengths, shape their story, and design work that feels aligned and sustainable.

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SIGNATURE SPEAKING THEMES

Too Many Interests? Good. Build a Career Out of Them.

In a world that tells us to specialize, this keynote gives permission to integrate. Attendees learn how to harness multiple passions into a cohesive, sustainable career path.

Key Takeaways: 

  • Reframing “too many interests” as an advantage

  • Identifying themes across skills and passions

  • Designing income streams that align with identity

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Networking for Creatives

Creatives often feel uncomfortable with networking. This keynote reframes it as relationship building with clarity and intention.

Key Takeaways: 

  • In-person networking strategy

  • Online presence alignment

  • Building long-term professional relationships

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Passion for Profit: Turning Interests into Income

This session shows audiences how to transform creative energy into sustainable income streams.

Key Takeaways: 

  • Identifying monetizable skills

  • Designing multiple income paths

  • Building confidence in value creation

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    "Julie has a rare ability to balance professionalism with warmth. She is confident and deeply knowledgeable, yet completely approachable and relatable. The presentation was well structured and impeccably paced, filled with meaningful detail and clear, actionable takeaways."

    Laura Worthington, Award-Winning Type Designer

  • Black and white portrait of a man with a beard and short hair, wearing a dark blazer over a light shirt, with arms crossed.

    "Attending Julie’s presentation was a game-changer for me. I went in with no real expectations, but left with key insights that I didn’t even know I was missing. These are crucial to advancing my design and entrepreneurial aspirations. Julie reinvigorated my enthusiasm for getting my own brand out there!"

    Matt Mann, Graphic Designer

  • Jodie Lewers, Muralist

    "Julie’s creative, entrepreneurial spirit is truly unmatched. Whether she’s offering thoughtful advice or effortlessly connecting people in a room, she has a natural way of bringing everyone together and making them feel completely at ease. Her presentations are inspiring and full of practical ideas that help you grow and expand your creative talents. She’s a confident, welcoming leader with strong communication skills and a true go-getter mindset.

    Jodie Lewers, Muralist

Previous Events

  • Designing a Multi-Passion Creative Career

    Thursday, July 9, 2026 | 5:00–7:00 PM
    Catalyst Creative Collective | Tucson, Arizona

    Join Julie Bonner for an interactive workshop on building a creative life across multiple interests, disciplines, and evolving identities. Presented as part of her Catalyst Creative Collective residency, this session invites artists, designers, and other creatives to reflect on their own paths, explore creative intersections, and consider practical ways to shape more sustainable and meaningful work.

  • Last Saturdays at Catalyst: Desert Dwellers en Español

    Saturday, July 25, 2026 | 11:00 AM–4:00 PM
    Catalyst Creative Collective | Tucson, Arizona

    Bring the whole family to Julie Bonner’s residency studio for a fun, drop-in art experience inspired by Southwest animals and bilingual storytelling. Guests can explore works in progress for the Spanish edition of her Desert Dwellers Flash Cards and participate in creative hands-on art activities designed for all ages.

  • Desert Dwellers en Español: Community Celebration at Catalyst

    Thursday, July 31, 2026 | 5:00–7:00 PM
    Catalyst Creative Collective | Tucson, Arizona

    Join Julie Bonner and friends for a colorful evening celebrating the final days of her Catalyst Creative Collective residency. Guests are invited to experience Desert Dwellers en Español through artwork, process, and community connection, with a playful spirit rooted in Sonoran wildlife, storytelling, and bilingual creativity.

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Two women are sitting on chairs in a room with a plain white wall. The woman on the left has shoulder-length blonde hair, glasses, a black shirt with statement jewelry, and brown pants, and is holding a microphone. The woman on the right has long blonde hair, a red ruffled top, black pants, and is smiling while holding a microphone. There is a small round wooden table between them.

JULIE MARIE BONNER

Julie Marie Bonner is smiling, dressed in a navy blue top and black blazer, leaning against a white textured wall, in a restaurant or cafe with warm lighting and wooden furniture in the background.

With over two decades of experience in design, branding, and innovation, Julie has worked with organizations ranging from startups to established institutions. She currently teaches entrepreneurship and creative strategy, equipping the next generation with both vision and execution skills.

Her work sits at the intersection of creativity, business, and education, and her talks reflect that powerful combination.

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