Nicole Wicker is an accomplished CEO and founder of Altopa, a company dedicated to developing and commercializing disruptive products that make the world a better place. With over $150M raised in various funding vehicles, including VC Series Equity Rounds, Royalty Funding, Venture Debt, and Governmental Grants, Nicole has established herself as an expert in Start-Up, Emerging Growth, and SEC Companies with a focus on Healthcare, Biotech, and Technology. She is passionate about creating winning strategies and building strong, empowered teams.

Nicole's background includes a Master's degree in Accounting and Business/Management, as well as a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting and Finance, both from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Kenan-Flagler Business School. With her impressive track record, she was awarded CFO of the Year in 2013 and closed the largest Venture Capital Equity Round of a Medical Device Company during 2010.

Prior to Altopa, Nicole served as CFO at Zift Solutions, TearScience, and SmartPath, and also as Interim CFO at Dunning Capital. Additionally, she worked as a Senior Manager at EY, a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction, and advisory services.

Overall, Nicole Wicker's extensive experience in finance, healthcare, biotech, and technology, along with her passion for innovation and building strong teams, make her a valuable asset in any industry.