M I N S P I R I NG WOME N Julie Shenkman CO-OWNER/FOUNDER/BOARD MEMBER [ Julie Shenkman 650.726.1005 julie@samschowderhouse.com samschowderhouse.com www.julie.jewelry Tell us about your career? After a career in technology, I joined my husband in the restaurant business as co-owner and marketing director for Sam’s Chowder House. I love being able to apply my marketing background to something I love—food! What do you find most satisfying about your work? Creating an environment for joyful human experiences—families celebrating, people getting engaged, businesses rewarding their employees, life celebrations, weddings. Sharing a meal breaks down barriers and creates connection and a sense of community. It’s something everyone can relate to, and it can bridge differences. What Peninsula nonprofits are you inspired to be involved with? As a board member of the Big Wave Group, I’m most excited that we have begun building a “hub” for Bay Area adults with special needs, like our son, Sam (the namesake of Sam’s Chowder House). There is little support for these vulnerable individuals once they reach adulthood, and this project will provide lifelong housing, access to continuing education and job training and a sense of community. You sound busy—where do you find your inner balance? 18 years ago, I began making jewelry for fun and stress relief, which turned into my passion! Julie Shenkman Jewelry Designs was born, and my jewelry is now sold in boutiques and online. The proceeds help support the Big Wave Project. PHOTOGRAPHY: PAULETTE PHLIPOT
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