Courtney Nickoles
Experience Optimizer
Member Since
February 2025
Inspired by creative environments, I thrive in toggling between the big picture and the details, constantly assessing risk and value, while providing comprehensive communication to best serve all parties and optimize the experience. Projects and people are complex, many times with competing needs. I am motivated to find the best solution and path so everyone can win.
Ask me about
My background in fabrication of Experiential Spaces provides nuanced insight to the design process and execution.
My super power is
My super power is being able to see things differently, to identify driving factors or highest priority tasks. I can forecast possibilities with associated risks and benefits so the parties involved can make informed decisions. I also excel at understanding and outlining context to simplify challenges and/or sequencing. Outside of the office, my super power is that I love to be in the kitchen and can time multiple dishes to be done at the same time; and also love recreating left overs.
What I love about experience design
I love the ever-evolving thoughtfulness of how design impacts the built environment to provide positive experiences for all kinds of users; creating special environments within a space to encourage opportunities to connect and function in optimal ways.
Best piece of advice I've ever heard
Don’t be afraid to be fully yourself, crafting and honing your skills to support your strengths and ignite passion.
Practice Area
Branded Environments
Focus Area
Brand, Destination Experiences, Graphic
Industry
Corporate, Education, Healthcare, Sports, Workplace