Julie Ellis is a craftswoman, recycling advocate, and entrepreneur with a passion for community and sustainability. As the founder of Rais Case, Rising Co., and Refusion, Julie has dedicated her career to creating businesses that foster well-being and environmental responsibility. Rais Case is known for its handcrafted, sustainable bags that blend style and function, while Rising Co. serves as a collaborative retail and creative space that supports local makers and brings people together. Through Refusion, she transforms single-use plastics into imaginative and lasting art, preventing waste from polluting our oceans and landfills while empowering artists and makers to repurpose materials in creative ways.