Nicole Aandahl is the senior vice president for People and Culture at the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), a Washington D.C.- based think tank. She is dedicated to elevating diverse voices and perspectives to lead to more ideas, more innovation, and more robust policy solutions. Prior to joining CSIS, Ms. Aandahl started her career in nonproliferation with the U.S. Government and has served in senior management and legal roles at international aerospace and defense companies.