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Nicola Soares, President

About the Author

Nicola Soares, President of Kelly Education, has led the organization's transformation into the nation's most trusted provider of education workforce solutions, expanding its services from substitute teacher staffing to deliver a wide range of specialized talent services, including paraeducators, therapists, and nurses across early childhood and K-12. Kelly Education's portfolio also includes executive search across all levels, including higher education, reflecting a commitment to serving the full spectrum of educational institutions. Her leadership has also driven the integration of therapeutic and mental health services, aligning health and education to support holistic student success. With more than 20 years of experience, Nicola's career spans teaching in public schools and influential roles at McGraw-Hill Education and NBC Universal, where she advanced innovative strategies to improve learning outcomes, cementing her reputation as a leader shaping the future of education and workforce solutions.