Holland & Hart is pleased to announce Nicole Snyder has been promoted to Chief Operating Officer (COO), strengthening the firm’s executive leadership team and advancing its strategic priorities.
As Chief Operating Officer, Nicole is responsible for the leadership and strategic oversight of the firm’s operational and administrative functions, including financial management, enterprise risk, and department operational teams. She also serves as an advisor to the firm’s Management Committee. Working closely with Managing Partner Lucy Stark, she helps drive implementation of the firm’s strategic plan and supports Practice Group Leaders and Administrative Partners with operational matters and practice management strategies. Nicole most recently served as the firm’s Chief Administrative Officer.
"One of the key initiatives of the firm’s Strategic Plan is aligning our internal operations, in part by building a best-in-class executive leadership team to support the firm’s goals and growth,” said Firm Chair, Chris Balch. “Earlier this year, we added Chief Marketing and Business Development Officer Lisa Simon and Chief Financial Officer Joe Woods. Elevating one of our own established leaders, Nicole, to the COO role ensures our operational infrastructure supports the firm’s current and future needs. Nicole has had a remarkable career at the firm. She has proven herself as a valuable thought partner to our Management Committee and other leaders, as she adeptly managed the firm’s financial strategy and implemented changes to streamline operational functions. With her pragmatic, collaborative approach to leadership, Nicole develops efficient solutions that reflect the firm’s values and vision for 2025 and beyond.”
Based in the firm’s Boise office, Nicole practiced corporate law for 20 years at Holland & Hart and was admitted to the firm’s partnership in 2010. She held several leadership roles, including Corporate Practice Group Leader (2020-2021), serving as an elected member of the Management Committee (2015-2017), and Boise Administrative Partner (2013-2014).
"I am honored to step into this role managing the business side of the firm’s operations and continue contributing to the firm's success in a new capacity," said Snyder. "Working alongside our leadership team and Management Committee, I am excited to focus on driving operational excellence and implementing solutions that allow attorneys and business professionals across the firm to productively serve our clients."
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