Ornella Nicolacci
About Ornella Nicolacci
Ornella Nicolacci serves as the Operations Lead for the Tropical Forest Alliance and 1t.org at the World Economic Forum, focusing on sustainable development and cross-sectoral partnerships. She has a diverse background in resource planning, finance, and international development, with previous roles at the Inter-American Development Bank and Los Angeles Tourism & Convention Board.
Current Role at World Economic Forum
Ornella Nicolacci serves as the Operations Lead for the Tropical Forest Alliance and 1t.org at the World Economic Forum. She has held this position since 2019 in Geneva. In her role, she manages operations for the Tropical Forest Alliance, which focuses on reducing deforestation linked to commodity sourcing. Additionally, she has been instrumental in the launch and operational management of 1t.org, an initiative dedicated to conserving, restoring, and growing one trillion trees by 2030.
Previous Experience at Inter-American Development Bank
Nicolacci worked at the Inter-American Development Bank from 2015 to 2019 in the Washington D.C. Metro Area. She held two roles during her tenure: Budget Officer from 2015 to 2017 and Specialist in Resource Planning and Administration from 2017 to 2019. In these positions, she developed skills in financial management and resource allocation, contributing to the bank's operational efficiency.
Background in Finance and Analysis
Before her time at the Inter-American Development Bank, Nicolacci worked for six years as the Manager of Finance and Contracts at the Los Angeles Tourism & Convention Board from 2006 to 2012. She also served as an International Analyst at Inter-Con Security Systems, Inc. from 2003 to 2006. Her experience in these roles provided her with a solid foundation in financial oversight and international analysis.
Education and Expertise in Public Administration
Nicolacci holds a Master of Public Administration (MPA) Dual Degree from the London School of Economics and Political Science, which she completed from 2012 to 2013. She also earned an MPA Dual Degree in Economic and Territorial Development from Sciences Po from 2013 to 2014. Earlier, she received a Bachelor of Arts in International Business, Economics & Management from Elmira College from 1999 to 2003. Her educational background supports her extensive experience in sustainable development and cross-sectoral partnerships.
Focus on Sustainable Development Goals
Nicolacci has extensive experience in managing cross-sectoral partnerships aimed at driving sustainable development goals. She emphasizes the integration of human capital development into sustainability initiatives, highlighting the importance of integrity, excellence, and collaboration in achieving these objectives.