Nicole Thornton
About Nicole Thornton
Nicole Thornton serves as the Assistant to the Director at the University of Colorado Boulder, where she has worked since 2013. With over a decade of experience in managing university and industry collaborations, she has a background in community affairs coordination.
Work at University of Colorado Boulder
Nicole Thornton has been employed at the University of Colorado Boulder since 2013. She currently holds the position of Project Manager, where she has contributed to various industry collaboration projects. Her role involves managing partnerships that bridge the gap between academia and industry, leveraging her extensive experience in community affairs and project management.
Previous Roles at University of Colorado Boulder
Before her current role, Nicole Thornton served as the Community Affairs Coordinator at the University of Colorado Boulder from 2007 to 2011. In this position, she coordinated community engagement initiatives, which enhanced her skills in managing collaborations between the university and external partners. This experience laid the foundation for her subsequent work in project management.
Education and Expertise
Nicole Thornton earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with a focus on Aviation from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. She studied there from 2005 to 2007. This educational background supports her professional roles, particularly in managing projects that involve industry partnerships and community affairs.
Background in Community Affairs Coordination
Nicole Thornton has a background in community affairs coordination, which has been instrumental in her career at the University of Colorado Boulder. This experience has equipped her with the skills necessary to effectively manage collaborations between the university and various industry stakeholders, contributing to successful project outcomes.
Experience in University-Industry Partnerships
With over a decade of experience in roles that focus on university-industry partnerships, Nicole Thornton has developed a strong expertise in managing collaborative projects. Her work at the University of Colorado Boulder highlights her commitment to fostering relationships that benefit both the academic community and industry partners.