Nichet Smith Email & Phone Number

An experienced professional with a strong commitment to global causes, Nichet began her career in the non-profit arena more than 30 years ago working for the International Foundation for Education & Self Help (IFESH),an organization dedicated to eradicating poverty in sub-Saharan Africa. In this role, she worked closely with the organization’s founder, Rev. Dr. Leon H. Sullivan. Sullivan, an international humanitarian and civil rights activist who was instrumental in abolishing South Africa’s apartheid. With Sullivan’s guidance, Nichet executed programs and events for the foundation and was one of the key organizers for the world-renowned African-African American Summit, which attracted thousands of people from around the world to explore opportunities in Africa. After the passing of Sullivan in 2001, Nichet moved to Washington, D.C. to help launch the Leon H. Sullivan Foundation, devoted to continuing the Summit and his mission of addressing the needs of the disadvantaged in Africa. As P.R. Director, Nichet was responsible for creating the foundation’s messaging and marketing materials. Nichet was an integral part of the Summit’s advance team which required travel throughout Africa. Nichet has worked with African governments, ambassadors and other Heads of State to identify the logistical needs for the conference. She managed media teams in Africa and the U.S., and engaged with high-ranking political leaders such as former Presidents Bush and Clinton,Gen.Colin Powell, Hillary Clinton, Dr. Condoleezza Rice and Civil Rights Leader Amb. Andrew Young.Interesting facts: Nichet was an NFL cheerleader with the Arizona Cardinals and is a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority. Her community service activities include a USO tour throughout the middle east and many projects in the U.S.

Listed skills include Public Relations, Event Planning, Leadership, Marketing, and 43 others.

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  Arizona State University

  Justice Studies