Nicole Dreikorn
Nicole Dreikorn is the Founder and Principal Consultant of The Lumina Studio, a consultancy dedicated to guiding organizations and leaders through human-centered change initiatives. Drawing on her extensive experience as a Senior Solutions Specialist in Organizational Transformation and Change Management, Nicole helps teams transform uncertainty into actionable strategies. Her approach combines strategic insight with empathy, ensuring that individuals and organizations thrive during periods of change.
Nicole’s career path is uniquely diverse, beginning in fashion school, where she developed a passion for creativity and storytelling. She later served as an Emergency Medical Technician, gaining resilience and adaptability in high-pressure situations. These experiences shaped her belief that effective change requires both empathy and understanding. Nicole then transitioned to the insurance and healthcare industries, specializing in training, knowledge management, and leadership development, helping employees embrace new processes and technologies with confidence.
Now, having just founded The Lumina Studio, Nicole is expanding her impact by hosting her first in-person workshop on change management and leadership in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania in March 2026. Through her consultancy, she delivers workshops, strategies, and solutions that prioritize the human experience, fostering collaboration, creativity, and measurable impact. Nicole’s mission is to guide leaders and teams through transformation with integrity and insight, helping them see change as an opportunity for growth, innovation, and meaningful connection.
• Scrum master
• HACC, Central Pennsylvania's Community College
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to prioritizing the satisfaction and well-being of those I work with. I believe that when team members feel valued and supported, they are empowered to perform at their best. Ensuring a healthy work-life balance for others has been central to my approach, fostering a collaborative and motivated environment where everyone can thrive.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
One of the biggest challenges and opportunities in my field right now is effectively leading change management. It often requires breaking through resistance and helping others recognize the need for change. Guiding teams to understand, embrace, and adapt to new processes or strategies is both challenging and incredibly rewarding, as it creates opportunities for growth and innovation across the organization
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The values that are most important to me in both my work and personal life are loyalty, collaboration, and acting with the best intentions. I strive to build trust, support those around me, and approach every situation with integrity and a commitment to positive outcomes.
Locations
The Lumina Studio
Harrisburg, PA 17102