Longtime CAA Director Nicole Kim Brings New Energy, Vision, and Leadership to the Educational Nonprofit
(Saratoga, Calif., June 15, 2024) Nicole Kim, the longtime professor and current director of College of Adaptive Arts’ School of Business, has been selected to take over at the helm as the organization’s new Executive Director.
DeAnna Pursai, the school’s co-founder and current Executive Director, will stay onboard and pivot into her new role as the College of Adaptive Arts’ Director of Development and Community Outreach.
For the past 15 years, Nicole has been a passionate educator at the College of Adaptive Arts (CAA). She empowers adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) through courses like “Speaking with Confidence”, “Joy of Baking,” and “Intro to Employment Skills” demonstrating her commitment to inclusive education.
Nicole has been with CAA since its inception and was one of the school’s original Board Chairs.
Prior to coming to CAA, Nicole was a distinguished operations professional with over 25 years of experience in program management and operations. She held several leadership roles at top-tier tech companies such as PayPal, eBay, Indeed, Instagram, and Cigna Healthcare.
Nicole’s transition from the tech industry to her new role as Executive Director at CAA underscores her dedication to supporting the organization’s mission. She is focused on creating an equitable and lifelong collegiate experience for individuals with disabilities.
Nicole’s appointment as Executive Director marks an exciting new chapter for the College of Adaptive Arts, promising innovative leadership and a steadfast commitment to the community it serves.
“I am incredibly honored and excited to join the leadership team at the College of Adaptive Arts,” said Nicole. “This opportunity allows me to combine my professional expertise with my passion for inclusive education.”