Nikki is a strategist, a listener, a problem-solver, and above all, a deeply rooted Midwesterner who believes in the power of people and place.

Her career has spanned creative studios, corporate marketing teams, board rooms, and policy arenas. She has led branding campaigns, facilitated difficult conversations, helped nonprofits get organized, and guided rural communities through complex federal programs. Whether I’m designing a comprehensive communications plan, organizing a grassroots advocacy campaign or helping a nonprofit improve operating rules and procedures, the approach is the same: listen first, act with purpose, and enable clients to achieve their goals.

Nikki believes good strategy is about more than just tactics—it’s about trust. And trust is earned through consistency, empathy, and doing great work.

She values clarity over noise, kindness over ego, and results that reflect the heart of the people we serve.