Nichole Kirtley

Nichole Kirtley has a diverse work experience spanning multiple industries. Nichole currently holds the position of Senior Director, Strategic Extensions at e.l.f. Cosmetics. Prior to that, they worked as an Independent Consultant, providing marketing and brand strategy expertise. Nichole also served as the Director of Marketing and Product Development at The Premiere Group, a beauty startup. Earlier in their career, Nichole held the role of Senior Brand Manager at Coty Inc. and Director of Global Marketing and US Brand Development at Parlux Fragrances. Nichole also had a successful tenure at L'Oréal-Lancôme, where they held various positions including Senior Manager of Public Relations and Integrated Marketing Communications and Senior Manager of Global Marketing and New Product Development. Nichole began their career as an Analyst in Public Finance Investment Banking at J.P. Morgan Securities Inc.

Nichole Kirtley received a B.B.A. in International Business from Howard University and an M.P.S. in Cosmetic & Fragrance Marketing and Management from the Fashion Institute of Technology. In addition, they hold certifications in WSET® Level 1 Foundation Award in Wine and WSET® Level 2 Award in Wines and Spirits from WSET — Wine & Spirit Education Trust.