Nikki Jackson
Director of International Development
Austin,TX
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Ebullient Impact LLC, excelling in international market strategy and contract negotiation. Expert in budget management and relationship building, I drive impactful program development and stakeholder engagement, consistently achieving measurable growth and operational efficiency across diverse sectors.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Partner & Director of U.S. Operations
Ebullient Impact LLC
Austin, TX
09.2025 - Current
- Drive strategic growth and operational efficiency for U.S. operations through executive leadership.
- Streamlined operational processes to improve efficiency and team collaboration.
- Established partnerships with other organizations that would bring value back into the company .
- Negotiated contracts between partners or vendors in order to obtain favorable terms for the company.
- Managed daily operations of the business including budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, staffing, and customer service.
Director of Global Development
World Food Championships Holdings LLC
Austin, Texas
06.2023 - 12.2025
- Spearheaded global program development as primary liaison with U.S. Department of Agriculture and international partners.
- Cultivated impactful international partnerships, establishing clear goals and measurable growth outcomes.
- Led initiatives to boost international culinary competition engagement and participation.
- Directed operational planning for large-scale food events and championship logistics.
- Coordinated sponsorship partnerships to maximize brand visibility and collaboration.
- Oversaw marketing strategies to promote events through various digital platforms.
Director of International Marketing
Texas Department of Agriculture
Austin, Texas
04.2022 - 06.2024
- Oversaw multimillion-dollar budgets, ensuring compliance and optimal utilization of funds.
- Coordinated trade missions to showcase Texas agriculture at global events.
- Created, managed and tracked budgets for international marketing campaigns.
- Conducted global market analysis to identify high-potential markets for Texas exports.
- Represented Texas at global conferences, trade shows, and industry forums to enhance visibility.
- Developed international marketing strategies to promote Texas agricultural products.
Outside Sales & Business Development
Oil & Gas Industry
Houston, TX
08.2014 - 04.2022
- Cultivated strategic client relationships with domestic and international energy companies, generating multi-million-dollar opportunities.
- Delivered customized technical and operational solutions to improve efficiency, safety, and compliance across upstream and downstream operations.
- Led international business development efforts, expanding client base in Caribbean through negotiations and contract closures.
- Optimized CRM platforms (HubSpot, Zoho, Salesforce) to enhance pipeline management and sales forecasting accuracy.
Director of Research & International Development
Texas Institute for Applied Environmental Research (TIAER)
Stephenville, Texas
08.2007 - 08.2014
- Spearheaded international development initiatives, establishing partnerships with NGOs and global agencies for programs in developing countries.
- Managed watershed planning and water quality education programs in rural Texas communities using EPA 319 grant funding.
- Directed watershed planning and water quality education efforts in underserved regions, including Ethiopia.
- Established consortium of eight Ethiopian universities and Tarleton State University; authored MOU for watershed management training program.
- Executed educational and research exchange programs across Middle East and Africa.
Education
Master of Science - Agriculture
Tarleton State University
Stephenville, TX05-2009
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
Tarleton State University
Stephenville, TX08-2007
Skills
- International market strategy
- Contract negotiation
- Budget management
- Market analysis
- Relationship building
- Program development
- Time management
- Stakeholder engagement
Hobbies and Interests
- Saltwater Fishing
- Hunting
- Snowboarding
- Surfing
- Competitive Swimming
Awards
- Who’s Who Among American Athletes Inductee
- Presidential 4.0 Recognition, Tarleton State University
- Collegiate Athletic Scholarship
- 2012-2013 President, Tarleton State University Staff Council
International Project Samples
- Thailand, Advanced export initiatives and education program for Texas livestock genetics.
- Japan, Promoted Texas spirits, wine, and beef to HRI sector buyers, supporting the increase of Texas product exports into the country.
- Ethiopia, Led water quality education and humanitarian programs; executed study-abroad programs for Texas students and established a 9 university consortium and MOU for the establishment of a watershed management program in the country.
- Vietnam, Executed marketing events to promote Texas beef, spirits, and citrus in ASEAN markets.
- Mexico, Directed multiple trade missions, including a Texas wine summit, Texas craft beer and BBQ mission, and supported the USDA FAS post in Mexico City, Mexico to promote Texas agricultural goods during a MLB promotional event.
- Iraq (Kurdistan Region), Advised on the dairy operations of a fully self-sustaining agricultural community funded by a Turkish investment group. Presented agricultural concepts to the 9th President of Iraq.
Certification
Project Management Professional
Work Preference
Work Type
Part TimeContract WorkFull TimeLocation Preference
RemoteTimeline
Partner & Director of U.S. Operations
Ebullient Impact LLC
09.2025 - Current
Director of Global Development
World Food Championships Holdings LLC
06.2023 - 12.2025
Director of International Marketing
Texas Department of Agriculture
04.2022 - 06.2024
Outside Sales & Business Development
Oil & Gas Industry
08.2014 - 04.2022
Director of Research & International Development
Texas Institute for Applied Environmental Research (TIAER)
08.2007 - 08.2014
Master of Science - Agriculture
Tarleton State University
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
Tarleton State University