Kimberly E. Zouzoua Appointed as New Executive Director of NXT | CLT to Drive Inclusive Growth

NXT | CLT has welcomed Kimberly E. Zouzoua as its new Executive Director, a move that signals the organization's deepened commitment to inclusive growth and entrepreneurial equity. With over 25 years of experience in nonprofit leadership, Zouzoua brings a wealth of knowledge in strategic growth and inclusive leadership to NXT | CLT, positioning the organization for its next developmental phase.

Zouzoua's arrival is timely, as NXT | CLT is currently recruiting for its 10th business accelerator cohort, building on the success of its 9th cohort. Her impressive background includes generating over $10M in philanthropic giving and increasing corporate engagement by 60% at the Center for Women and Enterprise, achievements that highlight her capacity to significantly advance organizational goals.

Expressing her enthusiasm for the new role, Zouzoua said, "I am honored to join NXT | CLT and lead an organization that is unapologetically committed to inclusive growth and entrepreneurial equity." Her strategy for NXT | CLT focuses on enhancing mentorship, training, access to capital, and the development of strong networks to bolster local entrepreneurs.

NXT | CLT's objective to provide entrepreneurs with essential success tools resonates with Zouzoua's history of launching effective programs and initiatives. As the organization gears up for Cohort 10, it remains a key player in influencing Charlotte's economic environment by aiding the expansion of local businesses. For more details on NXT | CLT and its initiatives, visit https://www.nxtclt.org.