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Updated: 2 hours ago / 2025 40 Under 40 honorees

40 Under 40: Julie Curran works to invigorate the next generation of craftspeople

Photo / Tim Greenway Julie Curran, 34: Managing director, Great Falls Construction
Julie Curran, 34 Managing director, Great Falls Construction Read all about the 40 Under 40 honorees
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Lightbulb moment: I think of it more as a dimmer switch. Over time, with experiences, meeting and learning from new people, that dimmer function has turned up little by little. Having worked in many industries from hospitality to criminal justice and higher education, to now construction and real estate development, through it all I found the gratification in my work centers around serving people well and with kindness. It may sound simple, but the moments where the light seems to turn up for me are centered around serving people well.

Influential book: There are many I’ve enjoyed but one that sticks out recently is “The Myth of Normal,” by Gabor Maté. He is a brilliant thinker who reframes the human experience and how nature and culture influence it.

Favorite quote: My dad used to email a “Quote of the Day” each day growing up and I think it started my like of quotes and the guidance and wisdom they help assign to daily life. Here’s a few: “Your words will travel to places you never will.” “Fair is a place you get cotton candy.” And “C’est la vie” — life is too short to sweat the small stuff.

Maine’s biggest challenge: Having worked in the past with homeless and juveniles in detention populations, I saw firsthand how lack of adequate housing affected these individuals on a micro level and the healthy growth of society on a macro level. Ensuring there are safe and accessible homes in our communities for our neighbors is a challenge that rightfully continues to garner more attention and focus. I am proud of our team’s commitment to building many of these homes in our community. I also appreciate that all housing coming on the market helps to infuse inventory, making more homes accessible for all. I’d also highlight that workforce development, specifically in the trades, is an area of need. At Great Falls, we spend a lot of energy training in hopes to invigorate the next generation of craftsperson in Maine. Giving them the space to learn and grow is extremely important to make the homes and spaces we need, enjoy and exist in, day in and day out.

Best way to recharge: Traveling, eating at one of the many amazing spots in Maine, cooking, time with family and friends on Sebago, skiing, going to one of the great ocean beaches, a good cup of coffee or glass of wine when the mood strikes.

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