Brian Nichols

Independent Director

Brian A. Nichols has over 35 years of experience in international relations, crisis management, and trade development across Latin America, Africa, and Asia. Most recently, he served as Assistant Secretary of State for Western Hemisphere Affairs, where he directed U.S. policy across the region. He managed large foreign assistance and operational budgets, driving initiatives that strengthened economic partnerships, supported trade and investment, and promoted sustainable development.

Previously, he served as U.S. Ambassador to Zimbabwe and Peru and in multiple other senior diplomatic roles. Throughout his career, Amb. Nichols has championed economic growth, built strategic public-private partnerships, and advanced legal and regulatory frameworks to support international investment.

Amb. Nichols is a recognized global policy and trade leader, having received numerous awards for his contributions to American foreign policy. He holds a B.A. in Political Science from Tufts University.

Member of: Nominating & Governance Committee and Human Resources Committee

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