Plenary Speaker: Julio Grazioso
Building Global Impact: Collaboration in International Rotary Projects
Julio has been a dedicated Rotarian with the Rotary Club of Guatemala Vista Hermosa since 2006, serving in various leadership roles. He was District Governor of Rotary International District 4250 in 2017-18 and has been deeply involved in humanitarian initiatives, including the Ripple Effect and Bridges to Prosperity projects.
As the ShelterBox coordinator in Guatemala and an advisor to the Guatemala Literacy Program (GLP), Julio has played a key role in advancing education and disaster relief efforts. His commitment to Rotary’s mission is further demonstrated by his participation in more than 40 Global Grants and his tenure on The Rotary Foundation’s WASH in Schools committee (2016-2020).
Beyond Rotary, Julio is an appointed Ambassador of Peace by the Government of Guatemala. A Civil Engineer by profession, he is also the co-founder of Engineers Without Borders in Guatemala, working to create sustainable infrastructure solutions for communities in need.
Julio worked for the family catering business for 37 years and is retired now.
He defines himself as a Rotarian, pilgrim, and mountaineer.