Public servant and government relations professional with more than two decades of experience advancing policy, community engagement, and strategic partnerships. Nichelle Schoultz is a distinguished public servant and government relations professional with more than two decades of experience advancing public policy, strengthening communities, and connecting government institutions with the people and organizations they serve. Throughout her career, Schoultz has held senior leadership positions on Capitol Hill and within some of the nation’s most prominent public institutions. She served as State Director for U.S. Senator Barbara A. Mikulski, where she helped lead the Senator’s Maryland operations and constituent services and worked closely with communities, organizations, and stakeholders across the state. She also served as District Director for Congressman Anthony G. Brown, leading constituent services and community engagement for Maryland’s 4th Congressional District.

Schoultz later brought her extensive government and community engagement experience to the Library of Congress, serving as Senior Advisor to the 14th Librarian of Congress, Dr. Carla Hayden. In that role, she developed strategic partnerships with cultural institutions, embassies, nonprofit organizations, and community groups to advance the Library’s priorities and make its programs and resources more accessible to broader audiences.

Her commitment to public service extends beyond government. Earlier in her career, Schoultz served in the nonprofit sector as State Relations Manager for the Epilepsy Foundation, coordinating advocacy activities and legislative priorities. Her work has consistently reflected a commitment to bringing people together, building partnerships, and ensuring that public institutions are responsive to the communities they serve.

Schoultz is also deeply engaged in civic and community service. She is a longtime leader of Sisters In Touch, a member of The Links, Incorporated and serves on the board of The Congressional Award.

Her contributions have earned significant recognition. Schoultz was named one of Maryland’s Top 100 Women by The Daily Record, was recognized as a Wall of Champion by Greater Baden Medical Services and received the Jefferson Award for Public and Community Service.

A graduate of Howard University, where she earned a bachelor’s degree in journalism, Schoultz has built a career defined by leadership, relationship-building, civic engagement, and a deep commitment to public service.

Currently, Schoultz serves as District Director for Congressman Steny H. Hoyer, where she oversees constituent services, develops community engagement strategies, and advises the Congressman on issues affecting Maryland’s 5th Congressional District. She also serves on the Maryland Commission for Women, reflecting her continued commitment to civic leadership and advancing opportunities for women and communities throughout Maryland.