Nicole Serena Silver has always had a knack for finding holes in systems. She looks at a situation, takes everything into consideration, and creates a holistic approach to a solution. Her own struggles with finding her career motivated her to help others. She knew a solution was needed to address the biggest question we can ask ourselves, "What do I want to do with my life?" It had to be a solution that was congruent with all the intricate parts of what makes us who we are, the lifestyle we want to create, and how our choices impact relationships in our lives. Nicole developed and tested Vekita’s core teachings at the University of California Berkeley, where she saw firsthand the positive impact it had on students and the importance of this work.

For the past decade, Nicole has been submerged in research and development to form a modernized curriculum that uncovers all dispersed parts needed to find one's ideal career and have the tools to be adaptable in a rapidly changing job market. Nicole is also the founder of GROWmyfuture, a nonprofit that trains high school educators to deliver a curriculum that empowers youth to identify their post-secondary career paths. Nicole contributes to Forbes on the future of work, professional development, and entrepreneurship.

Nicole is a multidisciplinary strategist, with an accomplished track record in roles involving trust-based relationships, leading entrepreneurial vision into implementation, and advancing individuals' success with career goals. Nicole has led workshops for fortune 50 companies and has taught at some of the world's top universities.