Nick O'Brien

Nick O'Brien is a dedicated community builder and engagement strategist with a proven track record of fostering connections between people, places, and purposes. His work spans various sectors, including economic development, startup ecosystems, and the creative economy, primarily within Wisconsin. tedxfonddulac+1

He has a strong entrepreneurial spirit, co-founding You Are Here, LLC, Families > Funds > Founders (F3), Midwest Founders Community, and WorkAround, all focused on creating supportive environments and opportunities for founders and remote workers. captivate+1

With a background in journalism, Nick transitioned into community and economic development, bringing innovative programming and talent attraction strategies to organizations like MCDEVCO and the Sheboygan County Economic Development Corporation, where he directed innovation for the FreshTech Innovation District. tedxfonddulac+2

Nick is recognized as a 2x TEDx Speaker, known for his talks on advocacy and community building, and has received accolades such as '20 Under 40' and 'Person of the Year' in Wisconsin communities. tedxfonddulac+2