Brandon Nicholson

Brandon Nicholson is a non profit professional who serves as an executive director of The Hidden Genius Project. The Hidden Genius project strives to find hidden geniuses in underserved communities and to provide a platform that allows young black males to succeed. Nicholson emphasizes the importance of leadership and mentorship within all stages of these individuals lives.

Education and early life Nicholson was born in 1983/1984, in Oakland California. He grew up with his parents who were trained as lawyers and set a foundation for Brandon. He turned to his parents and immediate family for support all throughout his life and his journey during this project. Throughout his time in college, he was a part of programs like Community House, Black Student Union, and the Black Men’s Awareness Group that jumpstarted his passion for leadership. As a black male in college, he noticed the needed efforts in giving people services for innovation.