Julia Flaherty

About Julia Flaherty

I’ve lived with type 1 diabetes (T1D) since 2004, and that experience has shaped both my life and my work. Over the years, I’ve built a career in the diabetes and health space as a writer, editor, content marketer, and certified health coach, with a focus on creating clear, practical support people can actually use in their day-to-day lives.I hold a Bachelor of Arts in Media and Communication from the University of Wisconsin–Stevens Point. In 2019, I represented the U.S. at a Change.org All Team Retreat, where I spoke on the importance of insulin affordability and access.Professionally, I serve as Client Content Manager at Diabetes Nerd Marketing and have created more than pieces of content since 2015, including blogs, articles, eBooks, white papers, and social campaigns. I’ve held lead roles with organizations such as Beyond Type 1 and Edgepark Diabetes, and I continue to contribute as a writer to Beyond Type 1 and Type 1 Strong.I’m a MindBodyGreen–Certified Health Coach (CHC) with additional certification in Functional Nutrition and Mental Health First Aid (MHFA). I am currently pursuing a master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling through UW–Superior and I am becoming a lifestyle coach through the American Diabetes Association\'s Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP).Through my work at Chronically You, I provide one-on-one health coaching and support various organizations through content and messaging. I’m also the author of the Rosie Becomes a Warrior children’s book series, available in English and Spanish.At the center of everything I do is a commitment to helping people navigate health in a way that feels more clear, steady, and sustainable, especially when life doesn’t fit into neat categories.Work with me:

Experience

1. Social Media Content Creator

   Hummingbirds

   Mar 2025 — Present · Appleton, WI, US

   As a content creator with Hummingbirds, I partner with Midwest-based and Midwest-expanding brands to amplify their visibility and connect them authentically with local audiences. I create original, engaging content for my personal social media channels that aligns with each brand’s goals—whether that’s boosting awareness, driving foot traffic, or increasing online engagement. By blending my unique voice with storytelling, photography, and video, I help brands build meaningful connections in the communities they’re trying to reach.Partnerships + Collaborations have included- Olipop- TEEF- Lillie & Pine- Trashie- TruLabs- Fresh Thyme- Pharmaceris- Chop Local- Portland Pet Food Company- Eat Happy Kitchen- Muffits- 80 Acres Farms- Earth Science- Humm Kombucha- Naturewell Beauty- Tony Moly- Doughlicious- Yaygit- FlavCity- Vybrance Labs- Lake Geneva Cruises

Education

• Little Chute High School

  GED

  2008 — 2012

• University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point

  Bachelor of Arts, Communication and Media Studies

• MindBodyGreen Institute

  Health & Wellness Coaching Certification Program, Health and Wellness, General

• University of Wisconsin-Superior

  Master's degree, Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Skills

• Project Management
• Journalism
• Visual Merchandising
• Editing
• Fashion Writing
• Proficient Writing Skills
• Creative Problem Solving
• Video Editing
• Theatre
• Email Marketing
• Final Cut Pro
• Broadcast Journalism
• News Anchoring
• Data Analysis
• Beauty Industry
• Beauty Marketing
• Writing
• Social Media
• Social Media Communications
• Brand Development
• Broadcast Television
• E-Commerce
• Pinterest
• Fashion
• Facebook Insights
• Team Building
• Twitter
• Team Leadership
• Storytelling
• After Effects
• Communication
• Google Analytics
• Photoshop
• Editorial
• People Skills
• Brand Ambassadorship
• Social Networking
• Social Media Marketing
• Blogging
• Video Production