Staff

Nolan Douglass

Manager of Member Engagement

Nolan Douglass joined Partners in Diversity on December 2023 as its first manager of member engagement, bringing with him many years’ experience in DEI and legislative strategy. With a background in social impact, Nolan joined us from the Governor’s office where he was part of the equity team. In this role, he spearheaded the legislative workings and facilitation for the Racial Justice Council, seven committees, and five workgroups addressing critical issues from criminal and data justice to economic opportunity and workforce procurement.

Nolan’s impact reached the legislative level with contributions to significant bills. Prior to his role in the Governor’s office, Nolan worked at the Oregon Alliance of Independent Colleges and Universities with a focus on marketing and DEI. Beyond the professional, Nolan is an avid road biker and lives in Portland with his 14-year-old pug, Toby.