FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
February 6, 2023 

Silver Spring, MD — Easterseals DC MD VA welcomes new member Nicole Jordan to its Board of Directors.

“Nicole is a passionate leader of change and service in her community, and now on our Board of Directors. Easterseals is fortunate to gain her expertise to spread the word about our efforts for equity, inclusion, and access to disability services,” says Jonathan Horowitch, President & CEO of Easterseals DC MD VA.

In her role as Director of Communications for Microsoft’s Commercial Systems & Business Intelligence (BI), Ms. Jordan directs communications and marketing activities across all industries for $100B+ Microsoft Customers & Partner Solutions Strategy and Operations. Prior to joining Microsoft, Ms. Jordan was the Director of Marketing and Communications for the District of Columbia’s Office of Lottery and Gaming, where she oversaw all marketing, communication, product development, promotions, and public relations activities. She began her career as a television producer for Discovery Communications and WEN Production in the United Kingdom, and produced an independent short film. Ms. Jordan has won multiple Telly Awards, the MarCom Award for the #DCLove Campaign, and Hermes Creative Awards. She is also the 2021 recipient of the Power Awards from the National Association of State and Provincial Lotteries (NASPL).

“I want to ensure that my community is serving those who need it the most. I have a passion for the education of our youth and understand the importance of preparing children for school. And, as a caregiver of a parent who had dementia, I deeply understand the need to support caregivers,” says Ms. Jordan. “I was born, raised, and reside in Prince George’s County and want to help bring vital services to my home. Being a member of the Easterseals Board will allow me to serve my community in a multitude of areas that are dear to my heart.”

Ms. Jordan holds a Bachelor of Arts in Visual Media, a Master of Arts in Producing Film and Video, and a Master in Business Administration in Marketing Management, all from American University.

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Easterseals DC MD VA – Easterseals is leading the way to full equity, inclusion, and access through direct and life-changing disability and community services. Since 1945, Easterseals DC MD VA has worked tirelessly to enhance quality of life and expand access to healthcare, education, and employment opportunities. And we won’t rest until each one of us is valued, respected, and accepted. Join us: www.eseal.org.

Contact: Lauren Poon, Manager of Communications & Marketing, lpoon@eseal.org