Nicolai Solomon
Asheville, North Carolina
Operations Lead and Senior Consultant – Program Development, Management, Analysis and Grants
Nicolai leads operations, outreach, and project management at ZenRise, bringing a deep background in grant writing, sustainability, and systems thinking. With experience spanning the USDA, Peace Corps, and energy sectors, including a role as Director of Operations at a regional food hub, he specializes in helping mission-driven organizations turn complex ideas into impactful, well-funded initiatives, from business consulting and AI integration to SOP development, process improvement, and KPI tracking systems. Nicolai holds an MS in Sustainable Technology and thrives on building strategic relationships that drive lasting change.
