Jennifer Nelson

Jennifer Nelson has been named Dress for Success SW Florida’s new executive director.

Nelson succeeds the previous leaderships of Nickole Hendra and founder Barbara Dell, whose dedication and commitment has made an everlasting impact.

Nelson brings a wealth of experience in community leadership, workforce and economic development, non-profit efficiencies, and retail operations, a release from Dress For Success states. She has served on various boards, held senior-level management positions, and contributed over two decades of her expertise in sustainability and recycling, with Goodwill Industries. Additionally, she served on the Cape Coral City Council, District 4 until 2022.

“We are extremely excited at the opportunities Jennifer brings to us. With Jennifer’s diverse background in leadership, years of dedication in non-profits, as well as her vast retail knowledge, we are excited for Jennifer to take Dress for Success, and its women it serves, to the next level,” said Cathi Sampson, president of Dress for Success SW Florida Board of Directors,

In her role as executive director, Nelson will lead all programming and fundraising efforts to empower and grow women entering the workforce. Nelson’s “extensive background will also contribute to streamlining and upgrading fundraising systems, as well as implementing community partnerships to raise awareness to meet the needs of Dress for Success SW Florida.”

The organization focuses on providing professional attire and career developmental tools, all while giving encouraging support to achieve economic independence.

“By empowering women through education and skills, while supporting and helping them achieve their goals, it not only improves their lives but also everyone around them,” Nelson said. “I can’t wait to be part of this.”

For more information, contact Nelson at 239-689-4992 or visit swflorida.dressforsuccess.org.