Nicole Fichera
Innovation Strategist | Ex-NASA Futurist | Ecosystem Builder | I help coalitions align around shared innovation goals
- Role
- Founder at Hourglass Collaborative
- Location
- Boston, MA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Nicole Fichera
I help organizations turn innovation intent into coordinated action—building the…
Experience
Founder
Feb 2018 — Present · Boston, MA, US
Founder of a strategy and training consultancy specializing in innovation design, stakeholder engagement, AI-enhanced learning, and challenge program support for mission-driven organizations across climate, economic development, and creative entrepreneurship.• Designed and delivered innovation programs and challenge frameworks for clients in tech, sustainability, and civic innovation sectors • Built and implemented AI-enhanced training systems using LMS platforms and GPT-based tools for companies like Upwork, Interise, and Vaya Group • Developed stakeholder engagement strategies and CRM infrastructures to support innovation cohorts, events, and accelerator-style experiences • Curated and facilitated public-facing events, exhibitions, and research activations on topics such as climate equity, emerging tech, and digital collaboration • Advised on strategic planning and launch operations for real estate and innovation district projects including Rock Row and Greentown Labs • Supported prototyping space design and operations, including makerspace and machine shop planning, equipment sourcing, and programming structureSkills & Tools: Program Design · AI Training Systems · LMS Platforms · CRM & Ops (Salesforce, HubSpot, Airtable) · Stakeholder Strategy · Innovation District Planning · Strategic Facilitation · Public Speaking · Trend Forecasting
Education
Northeastern University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Architecture, Architecture, International Affairs
2005 — 2011
Skills
- Connecting People
- Public Speaking
- Event Planning
- Consensus Building
- Strategic Thinking
- Partnerships
- Sustainable Design
- Architectural Design
- Strategic Planning
- Graphic Design
- Interior Design
- Rendering
- Autocad
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Conversation
- Writing
- Positivity
- Urban Design
- Management
- Sketchup
- Illustrator
- Entrepreneurship
- Rhino
- Microsoft Office
- Copywriting
- Nonprofits
- Revit
- Project Management
- Press Releases
- Leadership
- Photoshop
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