Julie Peller is a national expert in higher education policy and strategy, dedicated to advancing success for today’s students. As founder and CEO of Peller Strategies, she advises organizations on systems change, policy development, and strategic planning. Julie previously founded and led Higher Learning Advocates and served in senior roles in Congress, shaping significant higher education legislation. A frequent speaker and media contributor, her work has been featured in NPR, The Chronicle of Higher Education, and The Hill. Additionally, she was named one of Washingtonian’s 500 Most Influential People in Policy for the last three years.