Nicole MacChione Early

Nicole Macchione Early is a seasoned professional in athletics marketing and external affairs, currently serving as Senior Associate Commissioner at the BIG EAST Conference since October 2019. Previously, Nicole held various roles at The George Washington University from 2000 to 2019, including Associate Athletics Director for Marketing, Tickets & Engagement, where responsibilities encompassed marketing strategies for 23 varsity athletics programs, ticket sales, and fan engagement. Additionally, Nicole's experience includes positions such as Director of Communication & Creative Services and Spirit Program Coordinator at Syracuse University, along with early career roles at Varsity Brands. Nicole earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in English from the State University of New York Cortland.