Nicole Cornish

Chief Executive Officer | Executive Management | Operations
Washington, D.C. |

With more than 20 years of experience in the communications industry, and more than a decade in C-suite level or executive management roles, Nicole is focused on honing Avoq’s service offering to clients and fostering a workplace that is second to none. She delivers a combination of operational excellence and strategic thinking to every business challenge.

Nicole joined the company as chief operating officer in 2017 and took on the role of chief executive officer in 2021.

Prior to joining Avoq, Nicole served as U.S. chief operating officer for Burson-Marsteller, as well as chief executive officer for grassroots advocacy firm Direct Impact. In addition to her executive management roles, throughout her career she has actively served as a senior communications advisor and project leader to some of the largest global corporate brands.

Nicole, who proudly calls New Jersey her home state, is the never-hungry wife of a trained chef and proud mother of two.