Your Partner in Personal and Organizational Transformation

Join Dr. Nicole L. Yeldell Butts, a leading Cultural Strategist and Transformational Coach, on a journey of impactful, measurable, and sustainable personal or organizational change. Whether you’re an individual looking to transform your life, an executive striving to elevate your leadership or a company aiming to cultivate a thriving organizational culture, Nicole is here to support your journey to success.

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Meet Dr. Nicole L. Yeldell Butts

With a distinguished 25-year career spanning roles such as Vice President of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Chief Diversity Officer, and Human Resources Director, Dr. Nicole L. Yeldell Butts brings a wealth of experience to the table. As the President and CEO of NLYB Solutions, Nicole has developed the SHIFT framework, a proven approach to achieving sustainable cultural transformation within organizations.

Her work has impacted various industries, including professional services, healthcare, and higher education. Nicole is also an accomplished author, contributing her insights to “The New C-Suite Leader.” Academically, Nicole holds a doctorate in Organizational Change & Leadership from the University of Southern California and is a proud alumna of Howard University and Bowie State University. She is also certified in several key HR practices.

Why Choose Dr. Nicole L. Yeldell Butts?

Your Partner in Personal and Organizational Transformation.

Dr. Nicole L. Yeldell Butts offers a unique combination of expertise in people, culture and leadership, combined with a proven methodology to foster measurable and sustainable SHIFTs. Whether you’re looking to empower your executive team, enhance your organization’s culture, or make a significant change in your personal life, Nicole is your ideal partner.

Key Points:

  • Over 25 years of experience in leadership and cultural transformation. Developed the SHIFT framework for effective organizational change.
  • Trusted by leading organizations across multiple industries.
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Success Stories

Transformations That Speak for Themselves

Discover how Dr. Nicole L. Yeldell Butts has helped organizations and individuals achieve their goals through personalized coaching and consulting. Her clients have experienced measurable improvements in leadership effectiveness, employee engagement, and organizational culture.

Nicole is the consummate DEI professional! From the time our organization first approached her about possibly facilitating a session with us, she was on top of all of the details. We had a vision for the event, but she was the one to make it happen. She took our ideas for a session and turned them into a thought-provoking, deep learning opportunity that resonated with all with each of the attendees. I would recommend her to anyone seeking to grow a DEI skillset among the individuals in their organization.
Dr. Bobbie Porter
Assistant Vice President California State University, Fullerton
Nicole rocked the house at our conference!  In my 30 years with my organization, Nicole facilitated the best workshop we have ever had.  I so appreciate her ability to get important and difficult conversations going and how she focused the group on the real issues at hand.  Nicole did her homework in advance and really connected with the audience.  She is a skilled and thoughtful facilitator who works well with a variety of people with diverse backgrounds and ideas.
Lea R. Dopson, Ed.D.
Dean and James A. Collins Distinguished Chair President, International CHRIE
Targeted, tactical and talented – three words that describe Nicole Yeldell-Butts’ expert and nimble moderation of the second event in the Executive Conversations for Change series – Building a Diverse, Equitable and Inclusive Culture.   Nicole exceeded my expectations as she adroitly combined probing, insightful questions with cogent and digestible summaries of the topics discussed, ensuring that the audience received actionable steps to assist with their own DEI initiatives.  I look forward to my next opportunity to work with Nicole to leverage her DEI strategic and coaching expertise as we endeavor to contribute to this important area.
Louis Wharton
Partner, Stubbs Alderton & Markiles, LLP Member of Executive Conversations for Change Coalition
Thank you, Nicole for moderating our women’s panel.   Your approach which is mixed with professionalism and a comfortable warmth was a perfect balance for all to get the most out of the event.   The participants as well as the panelists loved your calm demeanor and manner in which you tee’d up the questions.  Makes all the difference in the world to have a professional expert.
Amy Mathieson
Executive Vice President, Community Management FirstService Residential
Nicole Butts is strategic and a natural teacher.  We were able to develop a plan of action within a timeline that fit our needs.  Nicole helped our team think and learn together.  We have grown as an organization and continue to flourish because of Nicole’s trainings, presentations, and continued partnership.
Dr. Resma Byrne
Director of Educational Projects and Assessment Walnut Valley Unified School District
Nicole Butts lead an exemplary two session implicit bias training program for the Pomona Public Library Foundation and the greater Pomona community. One participant called it the best training program she had participated in in years.
Duane Smith
President, Board of Directors  Pomona Library Foundation
Nicole has the unique ability to move people forward, including people who may not want to be moved forward, without them realizing they are being moved.  That is a rare gift!
Dr. Reginald S. Blaylock
Vice President California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
Nicole is one of the most inspiring individuals I encountered in my 30-year career in Human Resources. She is passionate about diversity and equity in the workplace and community at large and her presentations captivate audiences paving the way for new thinking and new ideas. She is a true agent of change.
Marsha Marion
Disability Manager/Human Resources Manager
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