Nikkole is a results-driven business development and outreach leader with more than a decade of experience helping schools, students, and organizations achieve their goals through consultative partnerships, strategic growth, and innovative program design. She joins LanguageBird after building high-impact outreach and enrollment initiatives across grades 6-12, international education, and business development, earning recognition as Fusion Global Academy’s top outreach performer and the #1 member of the Global Outreach team for eight consecutive quarters.

With a unique blend of sales expertise and educational credentials, Nikkole holds an M.Ed. in Teaching English as a Second Language and Applied Linguistics from Boston University and a B.A. in English and Spanish from the University of Oregon. She graduated with honors from both institutions. Her background spans territory development, international education, customized curriculum design, and cross-cultural communication, allowing her to connect schools and organizations with programs that align closely with their academic and organizational objectives. Passionate about using business development as a vehicle for social impact, she believes deeply in the transformative power of education, global citizenship, and meaningful human connection.

A proud Michigander and lifelong learner, Nikkole is an enthusiastic traveler, language lover, and dedicated community builder. She enjoys spending time outdoors with her dogs and horse, exploring new cultures, translating data into actionable stories, and bringing people together around a shared purpose. Whether analyzing trends, strengthening partnerships, or planning her next adventure, she is driven by curiosity, optimism, and a commitment to making a positive impact in the lives of others.