About
Nolan English is Head of Platform at Azolla Ventures, where he oversees operational services and strategic support for portfolio company leadership. His background includes work with early-stage and established companies across multiple sectors, with focus areas including process improvement, stakeholder alignment, and founder support services. His experience spans launching operational systems, securing partnerships and grants, and managing founder-focused programming and events.
Experience
- Azolla VenturesHead of Platformcurrent2024 — presentCambridge, Massachusetts, United States
- Bard CollegeBoard of Governorscurrent2020 — presentNew York City Metropolitan Area
- SOSVDirector of Portfolio Services2022 — 2024New York City Metropolitan Area
- SOSVDirector of Community & US Operations2018 — 2022Greater New York City Area
- SOSVCommunity Manager2016 — 2018Greater New York City Area
- SOSVProgram Manager at Food-X Accelerator2014 — 2018Greater New York City Area
- Affinity.coCustomer Advisory Board Member2022 — 2024San Francisco Bay Area
- Let's Talk OpsBoard Member2020 — 2022New York, United States
- Food-XProgram Manager2014 — 2018Greater New York City Area
- URBAN-XProgram Manager for SOSV2016 — 2017NYC
- Clarity LLCAssociate2014Greater New York City Area
- GreeneaseSupport Specialist2014Washington D.C. Metro Area
- TRAK ServicesAssociate2014Washington D.C. Metro Area
- Lab Rescue LRCPVolunteer Event Coordinator2014Washington D.C. Metro Area
- InbrookAdvertising and Marketing Intern2012New York, NY
- Astor Services for Children & FamiliesVolunteer Mentor2011 — 2012Rhinebeck, NY
Skills & more
Public Speaking4Creativity & Innovation1Analytical Thinking1Relationship Building1Adaptability1Organizational Skills1Negotiation Skills1Critical Thinking1Problem Solving1Decision Making1Emotional Intelligence1Conflict Resolution1
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ManagementWritingMentoringLeadershipStrategic PlanningCustomer Relationship ManagementMarket ResearchTalent Recruitment & DevelopmentCompliance & Legal OversightConfidentiality MaintenanceCRM Systems ManagementOperational EfficiencyFrom Nolan's professional profile.
Colleagues at Prime Impact Fund
Af Hernandez
Principal at Prime Impact Fund
Ally Harada
Partner and COO at Prime Impact Fund
Amy Duffuor
Co-Founder and General Partner at Azolla Ventures
Carrie Winters
Executive Assistant at Prime Impact Fund
Dr. Jillian Chase
Principal at Prime Impact Fund
Dr. Johanna Wolfson
Managing Director at Prime Impact Fund
Eric Yao
Investment Analyst at Prime Impact Fund
Erik Knall
Investment Associate at Prime Impact Fund
Frequently asked questions
- Who is Nolan English?
- Nolan English is Head of Platform at Azolla Ventures, where he oversees operational services and strategic support for portfolio company leadership. His background includes work with early-stage and established companies across multiple sectors, with focus areas including process improvement, stakeholder alignment, and founder support services. His experience spans launching operational systems, securing partnerships and grants, and managing founder-focused programming and events.
- Where does Nolan English work?
- Nolan English is Head of Platform at Prime Impact Fund.
- Where did Nolan English go to school?
- Nolan English studied at Bard College (Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Literature); Bethesda-Chevy Chase High School (International Baccalaureate Program).
Same school
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Also attended Bethesda-Chevy Chase High School3
Shared employers
Also worked at Let's Talk Ops13
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