Nicole is a graduate of MTU Cork School of Music and the Crawford College of Art and Design with a bachelor’s degree in Music and a master’s in Public Relations with New Media. Nicole has a strong background in media relations, consumer public relations, project and event management as well as multi-media production. Prior to her work with UCC Academy Nicole represented leading Irish and International brands such as Unilever and Deliveroo delivering tailored integrated campaigns.

Nicole also works as a singer teacher, tutoring students through the London Academy of Dramatic Arts musical theatre syllabus. An avid choral singer she sings with MusiCorúm and Alma, both Cork based choirs, while also occasionally performing locally as a solo artist.

Nicole joined UCC Academy in March 2019 as a Marketing and Events Executive. Over 5 years on Nicole now manages the conference team providing end to end event management services for on campus events ranging from industry events to training days and international academic conferences. Nicole and the conference team adopt a collaborative approach to event planning and management, informed by university strategic priorities and client service feedback.