Mark Nikolich joins Laura to discuss how his organization prioritizes communication with team members and why he continues to focus on “reading in the room” in new, virtual ways. Listen in as Mark shares how public speaking helped him become a successful CEO and how he looks for indicators that his audience is understanding his message when speaking virtually. Laura and Mark also explore the importance of knowing your audience and pushing yourself to engage in new and different ways

Mark Nikolich is CEO of Braskem America, Inc. In his role, he is responsible for leading the North American polyolefins and olefins businesses including joint venture, BraskemIdesa.

Mr. Nikolich started his career in polypropylene sales for Himont in 1988. Through tenure at Montell, Basell, Epsilon and Sunoco, he has worked in the Polyolefins and Olefins industries for over 25 years. In 2010, he transitioned to Braskem after the acquisition of Sunoco Chemicals where he held various senior leadership positions in polymers, phenol and refining chemicals. He established and led Braskem’s operations in Europe for three years.  He and his family returned to the U.S. in 2014 where he accepted the position to lead Braskem’s polypropylene business unit in the U.S. In May of 2016 he was named CEO of Braskem America, Inc. and subsequently became the leader of the newly formed North American Business Unit.

 

Mr. Nikolich holds a BA degree in Marketing and Finance from Gettysburg College with Executive Studies in Business Administration from Columbia University and University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School.

 

You can learn more about Braskem America, Inc. via the website: https://www.braskem.com.br/usa

 

 

To learn more about Dr. Laura Sicola and how mastering influence can impact your success go to https://www.speakingtoinfluence.com/quickstart and download the quick start guide for mastering the three C’s of influence.

 

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Mark Nikolich joins Laura to discuss how his organization prioritizes communication with team members and why he continues to focus on &ldquo;reading in the room&rdquo; in new, virtual ways. Listen in as Mark shares how public speaking helped him become a successful CEO and how he looks for indicators that his audience is understanding his message when speaking virtually. Laura and Mark also explore the importance of knowing your audience and pushing yourself to engage in new and different ways
Mark Nikolich is CEO of Braskem America, Inc. In his role, he is responsible for leading the North American polyolefins and olefins businesses including joint venture, BraskemIdesa.
Mr. Nikolich started his career in polypropylene sales for Himont in 1988. Through tenure at Montell, Basell, Epsilon and Sunoco, he has worked in the Polyolefins and Olefins industries for over 25 years. In 2010, he transitioned to Braskem after the acquisition of Sunoco Chemicals where he held various senior leadership positions in polymers, phenol and refining chemicals. He established and led Braskem&rsquo;s operations in Europe for three years.&nbsp; He and his family returned to the U.S. in 2014 where he accepted the position to lead Braskem&rsquo;s polypropylene business unit in the U.S. In May of 2016 he was named CEO of Braskem America, Inc. and subsequently became the leader of the newly formed North American Business Unit.
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Mr. Nikolich holds a BA degree in Marketing and Finance from Gettysburg College with Executive Studies in Business Administration from Columbia University and University of Pennsylvania&rsquo;s Wharton School.
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You can learn more about Braskem America, Inc. via the website: <a href="https://www.braskem.com.br/usa">https://www.braskem.com.br/usa</a>
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&nbsp;
To learn more about Dr. Laura Sicola and how mastering influence can impact your success go to https://www.speakingtoinfluence.com/quickstart and download the quick start guide for mastering the three C&rsquo;s of influence.
&nbsp;
You can connect with Laura in the following ways:
LinkedIn:&nbsp;<a href="https://slack-redir.net/link?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fin%2Fdrlaurasicola">https://www.linkedin.com/in/drlaurasicola</a>
LinkedIn Business Page: <a href="https://slack-redir.net/link?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fcompany%2Fvocal-impact-productions%2F">https://www.linkedin.com/company/vocal-impact-productions/</a>
YouTube: <a href="https://slack-redir.net/link?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2Fchannel%2FUCWri2F_hhGQpMcD97DctJwA">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWri2F_hhGQpMcD97DctJwA</a>
Facebook: Vocal Impact Productions
Twitter: <a href="mailto:laurasicola@gmail.com">@Laura Sicola</a>&nbsp;
Twitch: <a href="https://www.twitch.tv/vocalimpactproductions">https://www.twitch.tv/vocalimpactproductions</a>
Instagram: @VocalImpactProductionsSee <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

When you speak, do you want to inspire others and be recognized as a true leader? Do you want to feel more confident, have greater influence, and get bigger results? This is the show for executives, business owners and leaders who need to command the room, connect with their audience and close the deal.

Join host Dr. Laura Sicola, communication and influence expert, as she interviews world-class business and industry leaders, who reveal the importance of strong communication skills in their success and the (sometimes hard) lessons they learned along the way. You’ll gain insights into confident public speaking, conflict management, executive presence, and more!

For more information, visit https://www.speakingtoinfluence.com 

To book Laura as a guest or speaker email info@vocalimpactproductions.com

Speaking to Influence

When you speak, do you want to inspire others and be recognized as a true leader? Do you want to feel more confident, have greater influence, and get bigger results? This is the show for executives, business owners and leaders who need to command the room, connect with their audience and close the deal. Join host Dr. Laura Sicola, communication and influence expert, as she interviews world-class business and industry leaders, who reveal the importance of strong communication skills in their success and the (sometimes hard) lessons they learned along the way. You’ll gain insights into confident public speaking, conflict management, executive presence, and more! For more information, visit https://www.speakingtoinfluence.com  To book Laura as a guest or speaker email info@laurasicola.com

When you speak, do you want to inspire others and be recognized as a true leader? Do you want to feel more confident, have greater influence, and get bigger results? This is the show for executives, business owners and leaders who need to command the room, connect with their audience and close the deal. Join host Dr. Laura Sicola, communication and influence expert, as she interviews world-class business and industry leaders, who reveal the importance of strong communication skills in their success and the (sometimes hard) lessons they learned along the way. You’ll gain insights into confident public speaking, conflict management, executive presence, and more! For more information, visit https://www.speakingtoinfluence.com  To book Laura as a guest or speaker email info@laurasicola.com

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