About Us

Nickle Associates has worked effectively in varied industries and emerging markets, and demonstrated success in strategy and market development.

Our firm is dedicated to creating unique strategies and market entry approaches built for the now and positioned for the future.

Seasoned International Business Executive with 45 years of Experience and Accomplishment:

Mr. James C. Nicholas, president of Nickle Associates and Co-founder-Executive Partner of Global Business Resources USA LLC has an MBA in 1972 from the Harvard Business School and a B.S. in Business Administration from Morgan State University:

The 2003 CT World Trade Assoc. “Todd Ouida World Trade Award” recipient and included in the 2003 World Trade Centers Association Book of Honor.
Appointed to CT's Task Force Concerning the Needs of Importing and Exporting Businesses in CT
Designated as CT's international resource for the White House Conference on Small Business.
Led the CT delegation to the National Summit on Africa
Contributor to the print, digital, and over the air media
Past Polemarch Stamford Alumni Chapter Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity

Government

Developed and initiated the Africa Trade and Business Initiative for Connecticut’s Department of Economic And Community Development
Developed and activated Bridgeport Foreign Trade Zone #76
Instrumental in organizing Power Africa B2B Summits in Miami and North Carolina on behalf of the United States Department of Commerce's Minority Business Development Agency.
Assisted in implementing Sister State and City Relationships with China
Recognized by the Governor of Connecticut for indefatigable and meritorious support, service, and demonstrated results for the international community.
Received endorsement for dedication and promoting global peace and stability from the City Council of Baltimore
Received extended thanks and appreciation for distinguished service from the CT District Export Council.

Business Development

Created and managed an export Program which grew to $30 Million in sales in five years for a Fortune 100 company.
Penetrated profitably 48 countries through design and implementation of a Strategic Plan for packaging products
Assisted in the negotiation and start up of one of the first majority owned joint ventures in Japan.
Implemented business outreach for CT Department of Economic Development's Access to Capital Program
Developed African Diaspora Marketplace (ADM II) as Consultant for the Constituency for Africa
Developed and initiated the Africa Trade and Business Initiative for Connecticut's Department Of Economic And Community Development
Received Certificate from US Minority Business Development Agency as Broad Agency Panelist
Designated as Connecticut’s international resource for the White House Conference on Small Business

Infrastructure Development

Structured and implemented technical assistance programs in Asia and South America.
In conjunction with Global Business Resources USA LLC, negotiated and entered into a MOU with the Nigerian Ministry of Power to develop 130 MW of solar power to address the power shortage and facilitate business development.
In conjunction with its solar partners defeated 55 proposals from 18 countries to win the Access Infra Africa Investment Competition in Dubai for a 25 MW Cameroon solar project

Strategy

Developed and implemented an international strategy for the City of Bridgeport
Instrumental in developing and activating Bridgeport Foreign Trade Zone #76
Organized successful trade shows between companies in Connecticut and Shanghai, China
Participated in the successful negotiation of a joint venture between International Paper Company and Ishizuka Glass Company leading to the formation of IPI Cor
Developed a Solar Power Scoping Document for the Nigerian Ministry of Power

Training

Developed a US trade-mentoring program to help small and medium-sized businesses penetrate global market
Developed the business plan module for the African Diaspora Marketplace (ADM) road show.
Developed and implemented a sales training program between Ishizuka Glass and International Paper Company
Received Certificate from US Minority Business Development Agency as Broad Agency Panelist
Developed and participated in the Connecticut State University and Shandong, China training program for six years.