Julia (Embury) Gonser
Connector | Executive Search Partner at Orchid Holistic Search- Claim this Profile
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Spanish Elementary proficiency
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Experience
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Orchid Holistic Search
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United States
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Executive Search Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Connector | Executive Search Partner
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Feb 2023 - Present
Connecting top talent with inspiring teams in the Natural Products Industry🌱 Connecting top talent with inspiring teams in the Natural Products Industry🌱
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Cultivate Bend
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Founding Board Member
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Aug 2022 - Present
We’re a non-profit 501(c)(6) mutual benefit trade organization formed to cultivate a vibrant ecosystem for the natural products CPG sector throughout Central Oregon. Formerly known as “The Central Oregon Food Cluster,” the organization is re-emerging after a two-year transitional period in response to the pandemic. Our mission is to listen and meet the specific needs of our growing population of CPG entrepreneurs, operators and leaders at every stage, and representative of every Central Oregon community— geographic, gender, racial, ethnic and culture.
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The Vibe Group
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United States
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Staffing and Recruiting
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1 - 100 Employee
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Founder & Chief Connector
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Apr 2021 - Present
~~~ MERGED WITH ORCHID HOLISTIC SEARCH ~~~ Roles we've filled previously: C-Suite Accounting/Finance Operations/Logistics Sales/Marketing People Ops/HR Why Vibe? We bring passion, authenticity, and wisdom to the process of talent placement. With our attention to detail and high EQ we pay attention to more than checklists of qualifications. We listen to learn about gaps in hiring strategy, productivity and workplace vibe. Our relationships are cultivated through curiosity and genuine engagement so that we may act as true advocates to our clients and candidates. Simply put, we always have your back! Our Values: Courage | Connection | Passion How do we find your Vibe? We get to know you. For both candidates and businesses seeking talent, we learn individual and company values and what hone in on what really means the most. For businesses, we act as your brand ambassador while carefully searching for the right fit. Who do we Vibe with? We love to work with brands that are making an impact- whether that’s how we eat, how we think or what we do. If you’re trying to create positive change, we want to be on your team!
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ADP
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United States
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Human Resources Services
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700 & Above Employee
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CPA Centric/TotalSource PEO Account Executive
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Sep 2020 - Apr 2021
ADP’s PEO. My dream role, working with one of the best teams in the country. Successfully onboarded two new clients during the pandemic and created new referring relationships for ADP.
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Majors(Mid-Market) CPA Centric Account Executive
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Jan 2019 - Sep 2020
Supporting business with 50 to 1000 employees. Providing A to Z HR technology, performance management, retirement, workers comp, you name it!!Primarily my referral base and relationships are partnering with accounting community.
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Small Business Elite Account Executive
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Jun 2017 - Dec 2018
At ADP, I provide business owners with HR and payroll solutions best fit to their individual business' needs. Recently I took on a new role, being a licensed health benefits agent in California. With the streamlined technology and employer/employee support, ADP is one of the fastest growing health administrators in California. I exclusively work with small businesses, 2 to 50 employees. By networking with the community, I help businesses reach their every need, including partnering with CPAs, banks, loan officers, and more.
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Small Business Senior Account Executive
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May 2015 - Jun 2017
At ADP, I provide small business owners with HR and payroll solutions best fit to their individual business' needs. By networking with the community, I help businesses reach their every need, including partnering with CPAs, banks, loan officers, and more.My skills and expertise include: time and labor management, HR capital management and compliance, payroll and tax filing, and employee benefits administration.
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Julia Embury Private Chef For Hire (part-time)
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Jun 2012 - Apr 2021
What started as a hobby, quickly grew into a successful part-time business. I planned and executed dining events for parties as small as 4 guests to over 200 - marketed solely through referrals and word-of-mouth. I’ve shared my passion for seasonal, fresh, healthy and locally grown food. What started as a hobby, quickly grew into a successful part-time business. I planned and executed dining events for parties as small as 4 guests to over 200 - marketed solely through referrals and word-of-mouth. I’ve shared my passion for seasonal, fresh, healthy and locally grown food.
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Zabinet
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United States
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Software Development
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Business & Product Development Lead
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Jun 2014 - May 2015
As a lead business solutions manager for tech-startup Zabinet, I was tasked with sourcing all my own business around the greater LA through cold calling, foot canvassing, and referrals. Additionally I helped develop a target market and the product. The Zabinet product focused around bringing technology to small businesses to help generate social marketing and consistent referral outlets. As a lead business solutions manager for tech-startup Zabinet, I was tasked with sourcing all my own business around the greater LA through cold calling, foot canvassing, and referrals. Additionally I helped develop a target market and the product. The Zabinet product focused around bringing technology to small businesses to help generate social marketing and consistent referral outlets.
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Food & Beverage Professional
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Jun 2010 - Jun 2014
Worked in front & back of the house fine dining establishments in Rochester, Las Vegas and Los Angeles. Some positions included: Line Cook, Bartender, Caterer, Server, Host. Often working for multiple organizations at a time. Worked in front & back of the house fine dining establishments in Rochester, Las Vegas and Los Angeles. Some positions included: Line Cook, Bartender, Caterer, Server, Host. Often working for multiple organizations at a time.
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Wegmans Food Markets
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United States
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Retail
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700 & Above Employee
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Prepared Foods and HQ Culinary Teammate
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Oct 2006 - Oct 2009
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Education
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The Culinary Institute of America
Associate's degree, Culinary Arts and Related Services -
Walt Disney World Culinary Internships
Externship at Disney's Polynesian Resort, Culinary Arts/Hospitality