NIKKI NELSON
Brand Development Executive

Nikki Nelson was born and raised in the beautiful rural town of Sedona, Ariz. After high school, she decided to make the transition to the “big city” where she attended Arizona State University.

She graduated from ASU in 2008 with a bachelor’s degree in communications from the Hugh Downs School of Human Communication.

In her time at ASU, Nikki interned at Newstalk 92.3 KTAR and served in the station’s events department following graduation. Nikki enjoyed working on a variety of large-scale events, including planning three on-air radio marathons and numerous events with Valley nonprofits. At KTAR, Nikki was able to make a difference in the local community and develop relationships with numerous community leaders.

After leaving the radio station, Nikki worked as the events manager for Great American Merchandise and Events in Scottsdale, helping nonprofits around the world plan and execute signature events.

Nikki joined Owens Harkey Advertising as brand development executive, where she excels in maintaining client relations and assisting in the agency’s business development efforts.

She enjoys working with major accounts, including Hastings & Hastings, LabXpress, Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show and Parada del Sol.

Nikki also enjoys volunteering for Run the World, an after-school running program that is dedicated to assisting young, underprivileged females with health and overall positive body image.