For small-but-mighty brands and change-makers who are ready to build with purpose, connect with the right people, and step into their next era—loud and clear.

Nikki’s hard-hitting message has been featured in and on…

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  • "Nikki helped me not only tap back into my personal why [as a creator], but tap back into my own voice as well."

    Dr. Joanna Shoffner Scott, CEO of Stamey Street Consulting and host of Race in the Workplace podcast

  • "What sets her apart is how deeply immersed, connected, and passionate she is about our work."

    MaryBeth Hyland, Chief Visionary of SparkVision, Keynote speaker, and best-selling author of Permission to Be Human

  • "Nikki won't mince words or tiptoe around tough topics, and she'll nudge you, your brand, and your content away from the "scatter-shot" and toward the "intentional."

    Matt Mason, Copywriting + Communications Consultant and Keynote Speaker

  • "Navigating the complex world of digital presence and effective communication is crucial, and Nikki has proven to be an invaluable asset in this journey."

    Emilie Schario, CEO & Founder of Turbine (recently acquired by Settle)

DIY tools to help you align and amplify

This digital, downloadable workbook helps the brand that's needing clarity, a refresh, or overhaul understand where their brand is today, and where it's headed. Toss out what your brand used to be/started as, and let’s fill in the blanks for where it’s going. $47

Brand Clarity Workbook

A digital, downloadable, reusable photography planner for intentional humans who want to connect the dots between their own written and visual content – and want to tell the REAL story behind their personal and professional brands. $47

Brand Photography Planner

“A beautiful entry point to the world of change-making and personal accountability.” Get on the waitlist for Nikki’s debut book: “The Watchdog Way: How Everyday People Can Take Small Steps to Create Big Change in a World Gone Sideways” – releasing early 2026

The Watchdog Way

Nikki empowers audiences on stages and screens. Is yours next?

I believe those with purpose deserve to be heard. Unfortunately, people can’t hear us when we’re making it hard for them to understand what we’re trying to say. Whether you’re a one-person powerhouse, a multi-passionate entrepreneur, or an organization with a bold vision, my mission is to help you smooth your brand’s rough edges and polish you into the gem you are!

With 25+ years of experience in media, content creation, and storytelling, I’ve had the privilege of:

✅ Launching 15 lifestyle magazines and working for one of the nation’s top newspapers
✅ Changing Virginia state law with my content-driven advocacy
✅ Building businesses, campaigns, and workshops that inspire action on stages, pages, airwaves, and online

But my work isn’t just about friction-elimination – it’s about clarity, consistency, and impact. I help personal, professional, and purpose-driven brands declutter their messaging, refine their positioning, and develop content and creative assets that align with their unique purpose.

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Core Values

  • EMPOWERMENT

    Bold steps are taken through activation.

  • LEARNING

    Growth through shared knowledge.

  • CONNECTION

    Building meaningful relationships.

  • HONESTY

    Truth and transparency come first.

  • CURIOSITY

    Exploring new ideas with purpose.

  • CREATIVITY

    Expressing ideas in unique ways.