Julien Serrano-O’Neil, ACNP

Julien Serrano-O’Neil, ACNP, is a nonprofit executive, strategist, civic leader, media entrepreneur, and community advocate whose work bridges nonprofit leadership, higher education, public administration, communications, civic engagement, and community impact. His leadership is rooted in a deep belief that institutions, when built with intention and accountability, can become powerful vehicles for transformation.

He is the Founder, President, and CEO of The JSO Consulting Group, LLC, a strategy and management consulting firm supporting nonprofits, higher education institutions, civic organizations, campaigns, businesses, and mission-driven leaders. Through JSO, Julien provides strategic consulting, nonprofit capacity-building, HR and management support, political and civic strategy, event and program management, public relations, marketing, and organizational development services.

Julien serves as Chief Relationship Officer, First Vice President, and Chief of Staff of the United Foundation of Central Florida, Inc. In this role, he leads external engagement, strategic partnerships, philanthropic initiatives, executive coordination, and community impact strategy. He also serves as Lead Director of the Division of Strategic Empowerment and Community Advancement, formerly known as the Global Engagement and Empowerment Center.

His work with UFCF has supported major organizational growth, expanded partnership development, and advanced programs serving youth, families, alumni, and underserved communities. UFCF’s broader impact includes millions of meals provided through food distribution, hundreds of students supported through scholarships and alumni assistance, and hundreds of youth prepared for college, military service, vocational pathways, workforce development, and life after high school.

In 2026, Julien became President of the Pine Hills Community Council, Inc., becoming the youngest and first Gen Z president in the organization’s history. Through his PACE Administration, centered on Participation, Accessibility, Collaboration, and Excellence, Julien is working to strengthen PHCC’s role as a civic voice for Pine Hills and Greater Orlando while advancing resident engagement, public safety partnerships, historical preservation, economic opportunity, and community advocacy.

Julien is also the Co-CEO and Head of Creative of Last Shot Media Group, an independent creative holding company operating across public relations, talent booking, media production, communications strategy, licensing, and merchandise. Guided by the message “Where Creativity Meets Capital,” LSMG reflects Julien’s growing work at the intersection of storytelling, culture, media, business, and creative infrastructure.

Julien holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Morehouse College and dual master’s degrees in Nonprofit Management and Public Administration from the University of Central Florida, along with a Graduate Certificate in Nonprofit Management. He is an Advanced Certified Nonprofit Professional and Certified Nonprofit Professional through the Nonprofit Leadership Alliance.

His leadership has been recognized through the Orlando Business Journal 40 Under 40, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. 40 Under 40 Gamma Class, and the 2024 Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award. Across every role, Julien’s work is guided by service, strategy, institution-building, and a belief in helping people and communities move closer to their full potential.