Nicole Gardell

Nicole is a leader specializing in relationship-building with a foundation of kindness and empathy. With over a decade of experience in annual giving and hospitality in cultural institutions, Nicole combines collaboration and innovative strategies to hit revenue goals. Prior to joining Pursuant, Nicole held many leadership positions at the Art Institute of Chicago. She worked with individual giving teams specializing in hospitality, donor events, onsite sales, and inbound and outbound calling to consistently increase retention rates and lifetime value throughout the donor pipeline.