NXT | CLT has announced Kimberly E. Zouzoua as its new Executive Director, signaling a strong commitment to fostering inclusive growth and entrepreneurial equity. With over 25 years of nonprofit leadership experience, Zouzoua's strategic growth and inclusive leadership skills are anticipated to drive the organization forward. Her appointment aligns with the recruitment for NXT | CLT's 10th business accelerator cohort, building on the success of its 9th cohort. Zouzoua's notable achievements include generating over $10M in philanthropic giving and increasing corporate engagement by 60% at the Center for Women and Enterprise.
"I am honored to join NXT | CLT and lead an organization that is unapologetically committed to inclusive growth and entrepreneurial equity," Zouzoua remarked. Her strategy for NXT | CLT focuses on enhancing mentorship, training, access to capital, and building strong networks to aid local entrepreneurs. This vision complements NXT | CLT's objective to provide entrepreneurs with essential success tools, reflecting Zouzoua's history of developing influential programs. As NXT | CLT gears up for Cohort 10, it remains a key player in influencing Charlotte's economic development by bolstering local businesses.
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