Nikoa Evans, Mba Email & Phone Number

New York, NY, US

Harlem, New York

Harlem Cultural Festival Foundation is a 501c3 nonprofit committed to building thriving cultural communities. A local foot print with a global impact, the organization's focus areas include: Cultural Preservation, Economic Empowerment, Health Equity and Youth Development.

Harlem, NY

Harlem Cultural Festival is a Harlem based cultural and entertainment platform inspired by the original 1969 Festival featured in the Oscar Award winning documentary 'Summer of Soul.'

New York City Metropolitan Area

Marketing, Business/Economic Development & Engagement StrategistA champion of entrepreneurship and economic development in diverse communities, Nikoa Evans is a trusted strategic advisor with over thirty years experience in marketing, brand positioning and building infrastructure and economic eco-systems for entrepreneurs and diverse communities to thrive..

Harlem, NY

Harlem Tourism Board seeks to elevate tourism as a focal point in Harlem’s economic development endeavors by showcasing the neighborhood’s cultural, arts, entertainment, dining, sporting events, and shopping attractions.

New York, New York, United States

Nikoa is a founding board member and served for 14 years as Executive Director of Harlem Park to Park (HP2P), an economic development corporation representing 300+ entrepreneurs in Harlem/NYC. Under her strategic advisory and leadership, HP2P implemented economic development programs including the Harlem Local Vendor Program in partnership with Whole Foods.

An accomplished entrepreneur, Nikoa was a co-owner of Ruby’s Vintage restaurant and craft cocktail bar, located in the childhood home of iconic actress Ruby Dee.- Developed heritage brand concept for Ruby's Vintage Kitchen & Bar in the childhood home of iconic actress & activist Ruby Dee.- Led strategy for brand development & marketing activations for.

United States

At the height of the pandemic, when the Black Lives Matter movement illuminated the racial and health disparities across the country, Evans’ championed a call to action when she spearheaded the commission and public art exhibition of the Black Lives Matter Harlem Street Mural. Nikoa also serves as an Executive Producer for 'An American Street Mural in.

Greater New York City Area

- Raised $2M in Private Equity and Debt Financing for retail development of N Harlem NY, a flagship multi-brand fashion retail venture in Harlem.- Launched and managed five year operation of N Harlem NY, premiere upscale lifestyle retail brand. - Managed all company operations and financial affairs including Budget and Profit & Loss Management, Accounting.

New York, New York, United States

Identified investment opportunities to fund retail and restaurant development in support of multi-million-dollar commercial revitalization initiative in Harlem, NY.

Columbia, MD

Managed sourcing and deal flow for international retail developer. Identified emerging retail concepts for expansion throughout company portfolio. Among first to identify children's retailer Build A Bear Workshop in St Louis as emerging brand and invest in early stage rollout of national and global retail expansion.

Mba, Marketing And Entrepreneurship

Ba, Economics

Activities and Societies: Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.

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