Isabel Nicholson

Isabel Nicholson serves as the Senior Director of Philanthropic Partnerships at National Geographic since January 2018, focusing on cultivating key philanthropic and institutional collaborations to support the organization's mission. Previous experience includes roles as Philanthropic Partnerships Lead at Rare and various positions at The World Bank, where Isabel co-authored a chapter on sustainable development partnerships. Educational background includes a Master of Arts in International Development from American University and a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from Colorado College. Additional roles include research and evaluation positions at organizations such as GlobalGiving, GoodWeave USA, and Global Action on Aging, where Isabel engaged in projects focused on social impact and development.