Julie Parham

Partner | Director of Marketing Strategy & Communications | Sarmaya Partners

Based in the San Diego metro area, Julie Parham is a strategic marketing leader with over 20 years of experience in B2B and B2C marketing, nine of those in financial services. At Sarmaya Partners, she leads brand strategy, communications, and marketing initiatives, translating complex investment ideas into compelling narratives that resonate with clients and partners.

Truist Wealth – Led communications for the Investment Advisory Group, supporting top thought leaders including the co-chief investment officers. Julie was recognized with the Truist Performance Award in 2022 for going above and beyond to bring purpose to client, communities & teammates.
Marketing Director – Developed integrated campaigns and brand strategies across executive, sales, and operational teams in both corporate and agency settings.
Director of Sales & Marketing – Oversaw brand development and go-to-market strategies, aligning messaging with business objectives across diverse industries.

Julie holds a B.A. in Political Science from Pepperdine University and earned a graduate certificate with honors from the University of San Diego’s Lawyer’s Assistant Program. Her paralegal training enhances her ability to build effective, fact-based storytelling that simplifies complex financial concepts and drives engagement.

She is also an active volunteer with the Veterans Golf Association of California (2024–present), reflecting her commitment to community and service.