Julia Rizzo

Julia Rizzo, Associate, supports Lewis-Burke by researching federal agencies and providing insights on issues that intersect related to engineering, technology, defense innovation, commercialization, policy, and economic development. With a background and education in public interest technology, Julia’s experience enhances her research and helps her to provide clients with valuable perspectives on strategic partnerships and stakeholder engagement. At the firm, she focuses on opportunities and updates from the National Science Foundation (NSF), Department of Defense (DOD), and the Economic Development Administration (EDA).  

Julia specializes in engineering, economic development, defense, public-private partnerships, and technology. Before joining Lewis-Burke Associates, she interned at the National Science Foundation’s Technology, Innovation, and Partnerships Directorate, where she assisted with the Regional Innovation Engines Program. This experience provided her with valuable insights into federal government operations and regional innovation initiatives across the country, prompting her to think critically about federal funding and its impact. Additionally, Julia has experience in state and local government through her work with the Ohio Senate and the Franklin County Board of Commissioners’ Office, which has given her a solid understanding of funding flows and stakeholder engagement. 

Julia graduated magna cum laude from The Ohio State University with a bachelor’s degree in public management, leadership, and policy and a specialty in science and engineering in the public interest.