Juliana was born and raised in the Charlotte area. She started swimming at 5 months old here at Charlotte Aquatics and graduated from the program at  6 ½ years old. Children are naturally drawn to Juliana and her joyful spirit. She babysits and also helps coach soccer camps for young children in the community.
Juliana plays Club Soccer and has also been a dancer since the age of 2. She is a member of National Beta Club, Teens for Weddington, Spanish Honor Society, and the Baking Club. In her spare time, she enjoys sports, traveling, and spending time with friends and family.