Judie Dalum Taylor, DSHA ’87

PRESIDENT AND CEO OF ENTERFORCE & DUECO SAFECURITY, LLC

By Erin McCarville & Danielle Jerominski Rabe, DSHA ’08

SHE IS A SELF-ADVOCATE

Throughout her time at DSHA, Judie Dalum Taylor, DSHA ’87 , spent her years understanding what it means to have a voice, learning how to advocate for herself, and developing her confidence. As a student, she was involved all four years in softball, was part of the first DSHA Golf team, and participated in student governmen—becoming the senior class president her final year.

Following graduation from DSHA, Taylor attended Creighton University in Omaha, Nebraska and earned her B.S. in business administration marketing. It was a dream of hers to represent a company that was local to Milwaukee and had a reputation of fun and character—and she did just that by starting her career with WOW Distributing Company based out of Waukesha. As the marketing/sales manager, she directed sales, marketing, and promotion of Miller products.

She Is A Leader

After her role with WOW Distributing Company, Taylor then pursued joining her family businesses of Utility Equipment Leasing Corporation (UELC) and DUECO, Inc. While at UELC, she traveled nationally and internationally, and later held the role of president during her last nine years of working there. Simultaneously, Taylor was the president and CEO of DUECO, Inc. She oversaw all sales and operations for the company in the 17-state region and led 400 team members through their 10 branch locations.

Today, Taylor is the president and CEO of Enterforce, Inc. and DUECO Safecurity, LLC. She leads these certified, woman-owned businesses that provide customized workforce management solutions and services to large-business clients.

She Is A Believer

In addition to her current leadership role, Taylor strongly believes in the importance of honoring God through service work. She is one of four co-chairs for the United Way Campaign this year. She also serves on boards of several organizations including: Journey 21; La Casa de Esperanza; Marleh Lehmann Scholarship Foundation; ProHealth Care, Inc.; St. Camillus Retirement Community; St. Charles Catholic Church; United Way; Utility Equipment Holding Company; Creighton University; and Waukesha County Community Foundation. Additionally, she has served on the board of directors at DSHA from 2014-2020, as the marketing committee chair from 2017-2020, as an executive committee member from 2018-2019, and on the alumnae board from 1998-2001.

“My siblings and I were taught at an early age that it is important to give back through our time, talent, and treasure. We were taught that God is the center of our lives and ultimately, it is our service to others that honors Him. I believe we all have a responsibility to support charities and local organizations to help those in our community.”

In addition to giving back through her time and talent, she believes in giving of her treasure. “I think it is important to support the organizations that helped shape me. I have been a financial supporter of DSHA since I graduated because I feel so grateful for what they did for me, not only as a student, but as a whole person. DSHA helped to make me into who I am today”.

She Is A Critical Thinker And Communicator

Exhibiting the qualities of a DSHA graduate, Taylor was honored with the Alumna of the Year Award on Friday, September 30 during the Alumnae of the Year assembly where she had the opportunity to speak to all current DSHA students. Taylor expressed how she experienced her high school years stating, “knowing how I felt at this age, I know some of you may think you’re utterly lost.” Understanding this, she encouraged students to find their “north star” to help guide them.

“Metaphorically speaking, your

Dsha Favorites

Most influential Teacher | “(Social Studies Faculty)

Chris Weiss (DS ’70) was truly an amazing teacher and so well-respected by me and all my classmates. She taught with passion, used examples for all to understand the concepts, and cared about each student and how they learned best. She exuded a drive that made you want to learn more.”

Favorite Class | “Human Anatomy was one of my favorite classes in high school. It was captivating to learn about the body, nervous system, tendons, joints, etc. Although I never had a passion to go into medicine, I thought the class was fascinating and (Former Science Faculty) Betty Jo Azpell (HA ’58) was a wonderful teacher!”

‘north star’ is your personal mission statement. Whatever it is that you believe in so greatly that motivates you. The thing that makes you who you are and can direct you. It’s a fixed destination that you can depend on in your life as the world changes around you.”

She encouraged students to think critically about what their “north star” might be, and then defined her own. “My ‘north star’ is to stand firm with my integrity and make a difference. I want to make a difference in the lives of my children, fiancé, extended family, friends, the team at my company, and those in need.” She also encouraged students to “maintain faith, trust in God and His plan, and surround yourself with those that fill your cup. Trust me, I have lost my path before and what brings me back to my ‘north star’ every time is my faith in God, family, and friends.”

In addition to addressing students, Taylor also spoke at the President’s Dinner on Wednesday, November 2 and shared a similar message to those gathered.

In her free time, Taylor enjoys spending time with her two children; including Amanda Taylor, DSHA ’18, and fiancé on the lake. She loves to travel, ride her Harley, golf, hike, and kayak.

Best DSHA memory | “My best DSHA memory was becoming senior class president. I felt so honored to be leading the class our last year of high school. I was in charge of the Big Sister/Little Sister program, senior lounge, assisted with senior production, was a speaker at graduation, and many meetings and duties in between. The leadership skills I learned assist me today when I’m leading a company. We had 126 people in our class, all of whom I knew senior year and continue life-long friendships with today because they are what made high school great!”