Nicola Dixon
About Nicola Dixon
Nicola Dixon is the Director of Global Impact - Philanthropy/Company Giving and ESG Impact Reporting at General Mills and serves as the Executive Director of the General Mills Foundation.
Current Role at General Mills
Nicola Dixon serves as the Director, Global Impact for Philanthropy, Company Giving, and ESG Impact Reporting at General Mills. In addition to this role, she is also the Executive Director of the General Mills Foundation and the Director of Corporate Giving. Her role involves overseeing philanthropic initiatives, ensuring these align with the company's sustainable strategies, and reporting on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) impact.
Educational Background and Qualifications
Nicola Dixon has a diverse and robust educational background. She earned a Master of Public Affairs from the Humphrey School of Public Affairs (2016-2020) and a Certificate from the Boston College Carroll School of Management in 2016. She also holds an MBA from Brenau University and a Bachelor's degree from the Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communication, University of Georgia. Furthermore, she completed a study abroad program at the University of Oxford.
Development of ESG Impact Reporting Framework
At General Mills, Nicola Dixon developed and implemented a comprehensive ESG impact reporting framework. This framework plays a crucial role in measuring and communicating the company's performance on environmental, social, and governance metrics. It helps General Mills track its progress towards sustainability goals and ensures accountability in its corporate practices.
Strategic Partnerships for Sustainability Initiatives
Nicola Dixon has played a key role in forming strategic partnerships with international non-governmental organizations (NGOs) to advance General Mills’ sustainability initiatives. These partnerships are critical in furthering the company's mission to promote environmental stewardship and social responsibility.
Integration of Societal Objectives into Business Strategy
In her capacity at General Mills, Nicola Dixon led the integration of societal objectives into the company's core strategy and performance measurement. She has engaged with governing boards of directors and senior leadership to ensure that corporate giving and philanthropic efforts align closely with General Mills' business objectives for a more cohesive strategy.