Nichelle Polston:

A magnet for a good

story & laughs.

Nichelle is a force that shines in the communications arena as a culturally competent journalist, political communications professional, and digital content creator. She's a respected leader with a strong desire to empower people to share their stories. Nichelle was seven years old when she decided to become a journalist. She began her news career immediately after college and worked in various television markets since 2002. The Temple University graduate eventually transitioned into political communications, and later corporate communications after leading a broadcast career for nearly 20 years. Some of her favorite assignments include WHYY’s television documentary on the 1968 Wilmington riots, and the Delaware Historical Society’s Covid Chronicles.

In Nichelle’s current role, she exercises her creativity in the banking industry where she's committed to using her storytelling skills. Additionally, she’s obsessed with using her skills to connect people who have been traditionally divided by race, wealth or education, Nichelle has dedicated a great deal of her time to independent television projects, community service work, and an array of civic engagement initiatives. She relies heavily on her journalism skills to help national and local organizations. Nichelle has served on the board of the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) in Delaware, the Delaware Chapter of the National Coalition of 100 Black Women Inc., and the Christina Cultural Arts Center. She is currently a committed board member who enjoys working with Resolve: The National Infertility Association, and is a founding member of Resolve’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Council.

However, her work doesn’t stop there. Empowering women also hits really close to Nichelle’s heart.  A few years ago, she created “Her Normal,” an entertainment website designed to be a source of encouragement for women. Its mission is to uplift women in the race against their biological clocks, and those pressured to achieve a certain level of success in a wide range of areas. It addresses self-care, relationships, infertility as well as explores the impact of societal norms.

When Nichelle’s not busy, you can find the Philadelphia native, traveling the world with her husband and encouraging anyone she encounters to “aim for the stars!” Through her faith in God, hard work, and strong support system; Nichelle is living proof that dreams do come true. 

Fun facts: Nichelle can be found indulging in all things french, out of breath at the gym, and traveling.