Nicole Fortner
About Nicole Fortner
Nicole Fortner is the Director of Workforce Development at Maximus and Founder of HireUp Consulting, LLC, with a background in community advocacy and extensive experience in workforce services.
Title
Nicole Fortner currently holds the position of Director Of Workforce Development at Maximus, a role she has been in since 2021. Her responsibilities likely include overseeing programs and strategies aimed at workforce enhancement.
Professional Background
Nicole has an extensive career history. She served as a Senior Practice Engagement Manager at Mental Health Service Corps from 2016 to 2020 in New York, New York. Prior to that, she worked as Operations Manager at Housing Bridge from 2013 to 2016 in the Greater New York City Area. Her media industry experience includes roles as a Stage Manager and Runner at ESPN from 2013 to 2019 and as a Runner at NBC Sports from 2013 to 2018, both in the New York City Metropolitan Area. Earlier in her career, she was a Job Developer Supervisor at BronxWorks from 2011 to 2013 and a Training Supervisor at ResCare Workforce Services from 2008 to 2011 in New York, New York.
Education and Expertise
Nicole Fortner earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Government from the University of Iowa, where she studied from 2001 to 2007. She contributes to the University of Iowa's Political Science Advisory Board and works with the Tippie College of Business’s Black in Business Undergraduate Program to inspire and guide students.
Community Advocacy and Volunteer Work
Nicole is passionate about community advocacy, focusing on making mental health care accessible. She has worked extensively in bridging gaps between medical offices and state programs. Her efforts have helped thousands of TANF and homeless individuals find employment. Nicole’s work reflects a commitment to improving community wellbeing and providing crucial support to underserved populations.
Personal Life and Interests
Nicole Fortner resides in Manhattan with her soon-to-be husband and their two-year-old son. She enjoys participating in pick-up basketball games on New York’s Upper Eastside, showcasing her active lifestyle and community involvement outside of her professional responsibilities.