United States
Julie Mayden is a senior executive at Farmer Direct Foods, where she leads both Grain and Finance functions in a uniquely integrated model that connects farmer networks, commodity markets, and customer-specific financial performance. She is responsible for building and managing an identity-assured wheat grower network, ensuring full traceability from farm to finished product. Julie oversees all aspects of grain sourcing, including futures strategy, contract structuring, product specifications, and alignment with customer flour programs. In parallel, she leads all financial operations, including accounting, tax, financial reporting, and customer-level profitability analysis—bringing clarity to complex pricing structures, promotions, and revenue deductions. She works closely with executive leadership and sales to develop data-driven costing and pricing strategies for new business opportunities. Julie also oversees HR, benefits, risk management, and insurance, playing a key role in the company’s overall operational and financial discipline. Prior to Farmer Direct Foods, Julie spent over two decades as a CPA and fractional CFO serving agricultural and local businesses, including long-standing involvement with Mayden Family Farms. She began her career with Arthur Andersen and St. Luke’s Hospital. She brings a rare combination of deep agricultural expertise, financial rigor, and strategic insight.
SVP, Grain & Finance Feb 2026 – Present • Leads integrated Grain and Finance functions across the organization • Oversees identity-assured wheat grower network and traceable supply chain strategy • Directs grain sourcing, futures management, and contract execution • Partners with Sales and Executive Leadership on pricing strategy and margin optimization • Oversees accounting, financial reporting, tax, and profitability analysis • Leads HR, benefits, risk management, and insurance functions VP, Grain & Finance March 2022 – Feb 2026 • Built and scaled identity-preserved wheat sourcing network • Managed grain procurement strategy and customer flour contract alignment • Developed customer-specific costing models and margin frameworks • Led accounting, tax preparation, and financial operations • Supported executive decision-making through financial analysis and reporting
CPA & Tax Professional • Prepared tax returns for individuals and businesses • Provided Fractional CFO services • Advised clients on financial planning and business performance
Provided fractional CFO, tax, and business advisory services for local businesses