Nicole Halder of Wonders & Worries is passionate about helping organizations create outstanding services for children in challenging environments. She is currently the Director of Strategic Outreach at Wonders & Worries. Nicole’s focus is developing partnerships with companies and organizations in Austin, to help Wonders & Worries expand within and beyond Central Texas. After completing her Bachelor of Science in Finance and International Operations from Georgetown University, she earned her Master's in Elementary Education from Columbia University. Nicole has extensive experience in teaching, and her work in teacher and curriculum development effected major advances in educational outcomes at schools in New York City and Central Texas. She previously served as President of the Board of Directors of Wonders and Worries and is a former board member of the Lake Travis Education Foundation. Her professional and board work consistently demonstrate outstanding leadership skills, and successful outcomes and achievements. She enjoys cooking, "playing" in her garden, traveling, and raising her three children with her husband in the Austin area.