Nicole Goodrich

About Nicole Goodrich

What drives me is the intersection of vision and execution by taking big ideas and making them real, measurable, and sustainable. I’ve led multi-national teams through periods of transition, designed high-profile events that sparked global conversations, and built coalitions that endured long after the initial handshake. Whether I’m facilitating a thought leadership forum or working behind the scenes to ensure operational continuity in a fragile context, I approach the work with integrity, empathy, and a steady hand.Colleagues often tell me I’m the person they want in the room when things get complicated, because I listen carefully, communicate clearly, and move with both cultural fluency and emotional intelligence. I believe deeply in inclusive leadership, mentoring diverse teams, and creating spaces where people feel seen, supported, and empowered to perform at their best.Education: M.A. and B.A, American University; M.Ed, Georgia State UniversityRecognition: Fulbright Scholar, Sierra LeoneU.S. Government Clearance: Top Secret

Experience

1. Community Engagement Lead

   Chisholm Chisholm & Kilpatrick LTD

   Oct 2025 — Present · Atlanta, GA, US

   Strategy/Growth: Develop a scalable community engagement “playbook” tailored to Atlanta’s local context and veteran population; support CCK’s expansion by identifying emerging veteran networks and growth opportunities.• Community Engagement/Strategic Outreach: Lead CCK’s community engagement strategy for Atlanta and across Georgia; build and sustain high-impact partnerships with VSOs, military and civic leaders, and veteran-serving nonprofits to increase access to disability benefits and deepen trust with veteran communities.• External Relations/Network Expansion: Represent CCK externally at summits, veteran resource fairs, community forums, and public events; cultivate relationships across diverse veteran populations, strengthening CCK’s visibility and role as a trusted advocate.• Cross-Functional Collaboration/Content Integration: Partner with Digital Marketing and Content teams to surface community insights, support storytelling, and develop veteran-focused educational content for YouTube, social platforms, and outreach campaigns.• Event Management/Community Activation: Plan and execute outreach events, sponsorships, and educational initiatives; manage logistics, vendor coordination, and impact tracking to drive veteran engagement and expand CCK’s national footprint.• Advocacy/Relationship Building: Serve as CCK’s external ambassador, positioning the firm as the nation’s leading veterans’ disability law firm committed to meeting veterans where they are and ensuring they receive the advocacy and representation they deserve.

Education

• American University

  Master of Arts - MA, International Peace and Conflict Resolution

• George Mason University

  PhD ABD, Conflict Analysis and Resolution

• Georgia State University

  Master of Education (M.Ed.), Secondary Social Studies Education and Teaching

• American University

  Bachelor of Arts - BA, International Relations