Nicole Darsney
About Nicole Darsney
Nicole Darsney is a Project Director known for her role in establishing a global network of founders and change-makers that promotes social change through collaboration. With a diverse background in community relations and strategic partnerships, she has contributed significantly to various organizations focused on social impact.
Current Role at WRTHY
Nicole Darsney serves as Project Director at WRTHY, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she has been instrumental in creating a global network of founders, CEOs, and change-makers. Her focus is on facilitating unexpected collaborations that lead to tangible social change. Darsney's work emphasizes the importance of building relationships among diverse stakeholders to drive impactful initiatives.
Previous Experience at Virgin Unite
Darsney worked at Virgin Unite from 2011 to 2015, where she held two key positions: Community Relationship Manager and Investor Relations Manager. In these roles, she contributed to fostering relationships between unlikely partners and played a significant role in driving social impact initiatives. Her experience at Virgin Unite allowed her to collaborate with influential figures such as Richard Branson.
Educational Background
Nicole Darsney studied at the College of the Holy Cross, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology/Anthropology and Spanish from 2000 to 2004. She also attended Universidad de Sevilla for a year in 2002-2003, focusing on Anthropology. Additionally, she completed her high school education at Oak Knoll School from 1990 to 2000, where she engaged in college preparatory studies.
Community Involvement in Jersey City
Since 2011, Nicole Darsney has been a resident of Jersey City, where she actively contributes to its entrepreneurial and diverse community. Her background in counseling and supporting Spanish-speaking expectant mothers has equipped her with skills to build authentic relationships across various backgrounds, enhancing her community engagement.
Career in Social Impact
Throughout her career, Darsney has held various roles that emphasize social impact. She worked as a Senior Key Relationships Officer at charity: water from 2015 to 2019 and as the Director of Strategic Partnerships at The Mom Project for five months in 2022. Her experience includes coordinating initiatives like Healthy Mothers Healthy Babies at Hudson Perinatal Consortium and serving as Chief of Staff at Natirar from 2005 to 2011.