Nicole Decker, MBA
About Nicole Decker, MBA
Nicole Decker, MBA, serves as the Executive Director at Academic Partnerships, where she has worked since 2017. With a diverse background in sales, marketing, and business development, she has established strong relationships with healthcare systems to promote educational programs.
Current Role at Academic Partnerships
Nicole Decker serves as the Executive Director at Academic Partnerships since 2017. In this role, she manages accounts and recruits qualified students for the University of North Carolina Wilmington's online nursing and business programs. She develops new hospital partnerships and launches new programs for UNCW, focusing on promoting the RN to BS, MSN, and MBA programs. Additionally, she markets degree programs within hospitals and resolves student issues as a university contact in healthcare facilities.
Previous Experience in Sales and Marketing
Before her current position, Nicole Decker held various roles in sales and marketing. She worked at BMG as a Sales/Business Development Server from 2012 to 2014 in the Charlotte, North Carolina Area. She also served as a Specialty Sales Professional at Insys Therapeutics, Inc. from 2016 to 2017. Earlier in her career, she was a Marketing Associate at both Rekon Intelligence and 401(k) ReKon from 2011 to 2012, gaining valuable experience in business development and marketing strategies.
Educational Background
Nicole Decker has a diverse educational background. She studied at Lake Norman High School, where she earned her diploma. She then attended East Carolina University from 2008 to 2010, focusing on Operations Management and Supervision. She later obtained her Bachelor's degree from the University of North Carolina Wilmington, completing her studies in 2016. Nicole also achieved a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from LSU Shreveport from 2021 to 2023. Additionally, she studied French Language and Literature at KEDGE Business School in 2015.
Community Engagement and Personal Interests
Outside of her professional responsibilities, Nicole Decker engages in community activities and personal interests. She participates in house renovation and flipping projects as a side hustle with her husband. Nicole enjoys outdoor activities, particularly being on the water, and frequently visits the beaches of North Carolina and South Carolina. She also owns seven small dogs, which keep her active and engaged outside of work.