Her Story
About Nicole
I am a marketing and brand strategy executive with over a decade of experience in brand activation, strategic planning, and business development across the agricultural, technology, and agency sectors, currently serving as Vice President of Marketing at NewLeaf Symbiotics, Inc., a role I have held since August 2023, where I lead marketing strategy, brand development, and commercial activation for the company's innovative agricultural biological solutions.
Prior to this role, I served as Senior Director of Brand Activation and Engagement at Nutrien Ag Solutions for nearly four years, where I drove brand strategy and engagement initiatives across the organization. Before that, I spent nearly three years at Osborn Barr in progressively responsible roles, including SVP and Director of Account Management, Vice President and Group Account Director, and Group Account Director, where I led account management and client strategy for agricultural and lifestyle brands.
Earlier in my career, I spent over three years at Switch as Vice President of Business Development and Account Management and Director of Strategic Planning and Business Development, where I led business development and strategic planning initiatives. I also served as Senior Vice President of Branding and Insights at Fleishman-Hillard for nine months, where I led branding and insights strategy for clients.
Across my career in marketing, brand strategy, and business development, my work has been driven by a commitment to building strong brands, driving customer engagement, and delivering results through strategic planning and cross-functional collaboration. Whether I am leading marketing for an agricultural technology company, developing brand activation strategies, or driving business development, I bring a strategic mindset, strong leadership skills, and a dedication to creating lasting value for brands and their customers. I am proud of the work I have done throughout my career and excited to continue advancing brand strategy and marketing excellence at NewLeaf Symbiotics, Inc.
Her Interview
Ten minutes with Nicole
01What do you attribute your success to?
Every business is a people business. Working with great people who put the target first and connect emotionally with audiences is key to success.
02What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
Be flexible and be adaptable.
03What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
Speak your mind. Don't give up hope. Be tenacious, stand your ground. Agriculture is changing and opening up for women.
04What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
Economic downturn in agriculture lasting longer than usual with low commodity prices hurting farmers, but opportunity to provide solutions that stretch dollars further and improve yields.
05What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
Family first and personal well-being. Put people first, whether family, colleagues, or target audience. Focus on emotional connections.
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