Nicole Muise-Kielkucki

Nicole is Director of Economic Innovation at Fourth Economy Consulting, a mission-driven firm that seeks to equip change agents across the country with the tools to build better communities and stronger economies. Prior to joining Fourth Economy, Nicole served for 6 years as Director of Impact Innovations at Idea Foundry, a regional accelerator and pre-seed investor for early stage startups. There she led the organization’s initiatives to support entrepreneurs building impact-driven companies, helping them assess market opportunities, prove their concept, and test assumptions. Originally from the D.C. suburbs, she is a graduate of Chatham University's Master of Arts in Food Studies and earned a Bachelor of Politics and Philosophy from the University of Pittsburgh. Nicole enjoys spending time in the great outdoors, exploring new cities, cultures, and the arts. She currently serves as co-chair of the Pittsburgh Food Policy Council’s Regional Food Economy Working Group