Nicole Peddy

Nicole Peddy, Westcliff University

Marketing Director, Community and Engagement

Nicole is a public relations and marketing professional with more than two decades of experience driving successful communication strategies for both B2C and B2B clients. Since 2000, she has built a strong track record in corporate communications, public relations, marketing, advertising, client management, and business development across agency and corporate settings.

As Marketing Director of Community and Engagement at Westcliff University, Nicole oversees marketing initiatives across the university and its five colleges, supporting a network of a dozen campuses in three U.S. states, as well as locations in Toronto, Canada, and Nepal. She shapes integrated communication strategies spanning social media, email, blogs, and enrollment marketing, while also helping lead public relations, brand reputation, and lead generation events that elevate the university’s visibility and impact.

In addition to her marketing leadership, Nicole serves as Westcliff’s Social Responsibility and Global Citizenship Chair, advancing initiatives that strengthen community partnerships and foster meaningful engagement aligned with the common good. She also leads marketing efforts for Westcliff Early Learning Academy, the university’s early childhood development center.

With nearly a decade of experience in marketing and communications within primary and secondary education, Nicole brings a deep understanding of student-centered strategy, driving thoughtful outreach and impactful engagement.