Adele Cowart Nelson
About Adele Cowart Nelson
Adele Cowart Nelson serves as the Director of Culinary Partnerships & Events at Share Our Strength, where she has worked since 2013. With nearly 20 years of experience in event strategy and management, she previously held roles at Google and Design Cuisine, among others.
Current Role at Share Our Strength
Adele Cowart Nelson serves as the Director of Culinary Partnerships & Events at Share Our Strength, a position she has held since 2013. In this role, she focuses on developing collaborative and supportive relationships both internally and externally. Her leadership approach emphasizes teamwork and partnership, which is essential for fostering successful culinary initiatives and events. Over her tenure, she has contributed to the organization's mission of ending childhood hunger in America through innovative culinary partnerships.
Previous Experience at Google
Before joining Share Our Strength, Adele Cowart Nelson worked at Google as a Senior Events Manager in Experiential Marketing. She held this position for 11 months in the Washington D.C. Metro Area from 2012 to 2013. During her time at Google, she was responsible for managing high-profile events that engaged audiences and promoted the brand's initiatives, further enhancing her expertise in event strategy and management.
Educational Background
Adele Cowart Nelson has a diverse educational background. She studied Environmental Science and Art History at the University of New South Wales and the University of Melbourne, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in 2000. Prior to that, she attended Dickinson College, where she studied Environmental Studies and obtained a BA from 2001. Her education has provided her with a strong foundation in both environmental issues and the arts, which informs her approach to culinary partnerships and events.
Career History and Expertise
Adele Cowart Nelson has nearly 20 years of experience in leading high-touch, peer-to-peer revenue-generating experiences and world-class events. Her career includes roles such as Account Executive at Design Cuisine/DC Rental, Event Architect at Linder, and Marketing Associate at Corporate Executive Board. Throughout her career, she has specialized in revenue generation, event strategy and management, and team leadership, demonstrating her ability to drive successful outcomes in various event settings.