Erika Nicol

Erika Nicol has extensive experience in human resources and organizational development. Erika is currently serving as the Senior Director and Head of Human Resources at Xilio Therapeutics, Inc. Prior to this role, they worked at Bose Corporation as the Head of Global Organizational Development and Change Management, where they managed the internal consulting practice and team. Erika also worked at Merrimack Pharmaceuticals as a Senior Human Resources Business Partner, supporting the company's growth from a privately held discovery and development company to a publicly traded commercial-stage pharmaceutical company. Earlier in their career, Erika served as a Human Resources Business Partner at Fidelity Investments, focusing on executive coaching and employee relations. Erika also held the position of Leadership and Organizational Development Manager at Staples, Inc. and worked as a Senior Consultant at Arthur Andersen, LLP, specializing in business consulting education.

Erika Nicol has a Bachelor of Science degree in Organization Communication, Learning, and Design from Ithaca College. Erika'sfield of study includes communication, instructional design, and human resources. Erika also holds a Master of Science degree in Management and Organizational Behavior from Benedictine University, where their field of study includes management, organization development, and human resources.

In addition to their degrees, Erika Nicol has obtained several certifications throughout their career. These certifications include Team Diagnostic Survey Level 2 from Team Diagnostic Survey Level 2, Advanced Instructor from Prosci (obtained in 2018), Change Management from Prosci (obtained in 2017), CCL Coaching for HR Professionals from the Center for Creative Leadership (obtained in 2013), Zenger Folkman 360 Degree Assessment from Zenger Folkman (obtained in 2008), The Organizational Workshop from Power and Systems (obtained in 2005), AVA Behavioral Assessment from Bizet Human Asset Management (obtained in 2004), Korn Ferry 360 from Korn Ferry (obtained in 2004), and Organizational Development from DePaul University (obtained in 2000).

There is an additional certification listed, "Speed of Trust: Certify to Team," but there is no information regarding when or where it was obtained.