Nikki Smith
About Nikki Smith
Nikki Smith serves as the Nonprofit Experience and Partnership Manager at Visit.org, where she enhances nonprofit operations and partnerships. With a background in education and project management, she has contributed to various organizations, improving processes and supporting corporate social responsibility initiatives.
Current Role at Visit.org
Nikki Smith serves as the Nonprofit Experience and Partnership Manager at Visit.org, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she focuses on expanding the capacity and reach of the nonprofit team by utilizing key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify and scale processes. She aims to enhance project management and internal operational infrastructure to ensure long-term sustainability. Additionally, she is a founding member of the 'Culture Club,' which is dedicated to fostering a celebratory and welcoming culture for all employees.
Previous Experience in Nonprofit Management
Prior to her current role, Nikki Smith contributed to various organizations in nonprofit management. She helped Fortune 500 and 1000 Employee Resource Groups achieve their corporate social responsibility (CSR) and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals by connecting them with over 200 nonprofit organizations across North America. Her experience includes managing projects and processes that support nonprofit initiatives.
Teaching and Educational Roles
Nikki Smith has a diverse background in education, having worked in various teaching roles. She was an Elementary School Tutor Trainer at Classical Conversations from 2013 to 2017 and served as an Instructor at Bright Ideas Press from 2016 to 2018. Additionally, she held positions as a Lead Instructor at Southwest Tennessee Community College and Virginia College, as well as an Adjunct Instructor at the University of South Carolina Upstate. Her teaching experience spans multiple educational settings and subjects.
Educational Background
Nikki Smith studied at the University of South Carolina, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Interdisciplinary Studies with concentrations in Nursing and Education. This educational foundation has informed her professional journey, particularly in her roles within education and nonprofit management.
Project Management and Event Coordination
In her professional career, Nikki Smith has demonstrated strong project management skills. She has curated and managed up to 120 experiences in a single month, with participant numbers ranging from 20 to 5000 per experience. This experience highlights her ability to handle large-scale projects and coordinate events effectively.