SANFORD, FL, March 27, 2025 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Julia Winchester Buckey has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.

Dr. Buckey is a distinguished professional in the field of social work, serving as the president and chief executive officer of Decision Dynamics Consulting Inc. and URChoices© in Lake Mary, Florida, since 2008. With more than 25 years of experience in her profession, she has honed her expertise in assessing people's needs and guiding them toward the best direction to meet those needs. Her role involves acting as a spokesperson, handling publicity and marketing and overseeing expense accounts. She collaborates with colleagues specializing in various areas to provide training and consulting services, engaging with small organizations in the public domain to enhance their knowledge base.

Dr. Buckey's career began with her work as a program director at the Agency for Health Care Administration in Jacksonville, Florida, in 1994. She then served as a utilization management specialist at the Department of Children and Family Services in Orlando from 1996 to 1998. Her academic career includes positions as an assistant professor at the University of Central Florida from 2008 to 2013 and an adjunct professor at the College of Health Professions and Sciences at the same university from 2021 to 2024. Her dedication to education was recognized when she received the Educator of the Year Award from the Volusia Flagler County chapter of the National Association of Social Workers.

In addition to her professional roles, Dr. Buckey has been actively involved with the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) since 1996. She served as chair of its Health Specialty Committee from 2019 to 2023, where she oversaw quarterly meetings and contributed articles for the Health Specialty section, benefiting around 1,600 members. Her commitment to social work is further evidenced by her membership in NASW's Health Specialty Committee from 2016 to 2019.

Dr. Buckey's academic achievements include earning a Doctorate in Social Work from Florida State University's College of Social Work in Tallahassee, Florida, in 2007, following a Master of Social Work from the same institution in 1996. She was honored with the Phi Beta Kappa award during her master's program, recognizing her academic excellence. Additionally, she has held an Academy of Certified Social Workers designation from NASW since 2001.

Her civic contributions are notable; she supports a local domestic violence shelter in Seminole County through donations and teaches a course on domestic violence to honor victims' resilience and recovery. Dr. Buckey also donates used phones to sheriff's departments for refurbishment and distribution to domestic violence victims, ensuring they have access to critical communication resources.

Born in Clarkesville, Dr. Buckey grew up on a farm in North Georgia, which instilled in her a strong work ethic and appreciation for nature. She attributes her success to her father and mother, who provided exceptional support and encouragement to always give her best effort and stand strong. She is a devoted mother to two sons and enjoys spending time outdoors with her golden retriever, taking daily walks with him.

Looking ahead, Dr. Buckey plans to write a book on caregiving, drawing from her personal experiences and professional expertise. Her original dissertation focused on ICU decision-making by family members, a topic that gained personal significance when she cared for her own mother and husband. Through this book, she aims to offer practical advice and resources for caregivers, helping them navigate challenges while feeling supported and empowered.

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