Nikole Brown, MA, MLIS, is a dedicated professional with extensive experience in library services, education advocacy, and community engagement. Currently serving as a National Board Member for Creative Reaction Lab since August 2022, Nikole supports the development of youth-led civic leadership initiatives. At St. Louis County Library, Nikole holds the position of Assistant Manager in the Reference Department, overseeing resource provision and database management. Previous roles include Educational Advocate at Foster & Adoptive Care Coalition, where Nikole provided critical support for foster children, and various positions in educational and community organizations. Nikole holds a Master of Library & Information Science from the University of Missouri-Columbia, a Master’s degree in Media Literacy from Webster University, and a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism from the same institution.