86 Millennium - A Marquis Who’s Who Magazine HOSPITALITY AND LEISURE After teaching for more than 25 years, Judy Bernstein-Balunda retired and embraced her passion for pie making. Inspired by the positive feedback from friends and family, she opened her own pie shop, JudyPie, in 2016. She strives for perfection in every aspect of the shop, and while she often handles business matters remotely, she spends weekends at the shop to ensure smooth operations. Since opening JudyPie, Ms. Bernstein-Balunda has shifted from baking pies herself to overseeing a team of bakers who handle pie production. The shop has become a place filled with personal touches, including family memorabilia and pictures of her grandparents on the walls, which add a sense of warmth and history to the space. Despite her success, she remains humble and focused on providing great experiences for her customers. In addition to JudyPie, Ms. Bernstein-Balunda operates Judy Balunda Educational Consultants, where she serves as a behavior specialist. She holds a Bachelor of Science in psychology and education from The University of Texas at Austin and is a passionate advocate for mental health awareness and support, partnering with a community health center in Fort Worth, Texas, that supports individuals dealing with depression. She visits the center monthly, providing meals, toiletries and other essential items. Since 1982, he has owned Invitation House and previously worked as a member of DFW Wedding Professionals. Looking to the future, Ms. Balunda strives to maintain the success of JudyPie, which was ranked among the Top 10 Best Pie Shops in the United States by USA Today in 2024, while continuing to work for as long as possible. Ultimately, she hopes for her children to find happiness and success in their endeavors, while she also cultivates happiness for herself. JUDY BERNSTEIN-BALUNDA DIRECTOR OF PIE OPERATIONS, OWNER JudyPie Hurst, TX
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