The State Chamber of Oklahoma has announced that Nicole Boyles is its new Director of Strategic Partners in the Political Affairs & Advocacy Department, effective immediately. Her role involves working closely with local chambers of commerce and economic development professionals around the state.
“Nicole brings energy, experience and a unique perspective to our organization,” said State Chamber Vice President of Political Affairs and Advocacy Mike Jackson. “I’m confident she will be able to work hard alongside our partners in local chambers and economic development offices to help every region of the state grow and prosper.”
Boyles comes to the State Chamber with more than 18 years of non-profit management experience, having served as director for both regional and statewide private foundations. A western Oklahoma native, she has expertise in cultivating business partnerships, program development, advocacy and fundraising. Boyles began her career as Executive Director of the Clinton Chamber of Commerce and most recently served as Development Director for the Oklahoma Partnership for School Readiness Foundation.
“I know first-hand the important role local chambers of commerce play both in their region and the state as a whole,” said Boyles. “I look forward to this new opportunity to get help chambers and economic developers speak with a unified voice on important issues at the State Capitol.”
Boyles earned a Bachelor of Science from Oklahoma City University and a Master of Science degree from the University of Texas.
