Steve Nicholson, Cfm
About Steve Nicholson, Cfm
Steve Nicholson is a Senior Director of Real Estate and Workplace Experience at Apeel Sciences, with extensive experience in real estate strategy and operations across various organizations. He has held leadership roles at Citrix, LogMeIn, and other companies, focusing on optimizing workspaces and corporate social responsibility.
Current Role at Apeel
Steve Nicholson serves as the Senior Director of Real Estate & Workplace Experience at Apeel Sciences since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the real estate strategy and workplace environment, ensuring that the company's facilities align with its operational goals. His focus includes optimizing workspace efficiency and enhancing employee experience within the organization.
Previous Experience in Real Estate Management
Before joining Apeel Sciences, Steve Nicholson held several key positions in real estate management. He worked at Citrix as the Senior Director of Real Estate Strategy & Operations from 2007 to 2017. He also served as the Vice President of Real Estate & Facilities at LogMeIn from 2017 to 2019. His extensive background includes managing facilities operations at companies like NetApp and Openwave, as well as project management at Electronics for Imaging.
Background in Leadership and Community Service
Steve Nicholson has a history of leadership both in corporate environments and community service. He was involved with the Boy Scouts of America as an Assistant Scout Master from 2003 to 2010. This role reflects his commitment to mentoring and developing future leaders, which complements his professional focus on team development and succession planning.
Education and Professional Development
Steve Nicholson studied at Stanford D School, where he gained insights into design thinking and innovation. This educational background supports his expertise in optimizing branded workspaces and integrating them during mergers and acquisitions, enhancing his effectiveness in real estate strategy.
Expertise in Real Estate and Workplace Strategy
Steve Nicholson possesses extensive expertise in managing mission-critical environments, including data centers and security operation centers. He focuses on corporate social responsibility and energy management within real estate and workplace experience. His approach includes utilizing economic development strategies and tax incentives to optimize real estate portfolios.