Julie Barker FIH, CFSP, FCSI

Julie Barker is the Chief Operating Officer at AUCSO, leveraging vast experience in hospitality, business transformation, and sustainability within the public sector. A Chartered Food Service Professional and graduate of Oxford Brookes University, she has a notable record of leading large teams and driving commercial success in the higher education and hospitality industries.

Outside of her executive roles, Julie is a self-confessed foodie with a passion for the hospitality industry. She expresses a keen interest in supporting local and small businesses, particularly artisanal producers. Her background includes time as a qualified chef, which fuels her advocacy for raising industry standards.

Julie is the recipient of multiple accolades, including a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Cost Sector Catering Awards in 2018 for her significant contributions.