Hallie Nester
Founder and Principal Consultant
Always an avid reader and writer, Hallie knew her future would include a career in communications. Initially thinking it would be journalism, she held editorial positions on her university’s paper and was a part-time stringer for local newspapers. After spending one-too-many evenings covering school board meetings, she carved out her path in business communications.
For the past two decades, Hallie has held communications positions for some of the biggest brands in their industries—management consulting, restaurant, nonprofit, and market research. She has proven success leading the marketing & communications function for a billion dollar business. And she has a reputation for turning ambiguity into action and solving problems with realistic approaches.
In 2019 she founded Word Nest Communications, LLC and has consulted with companies ranging from start-ups to the Fortune 500. Hallie lives in the Chicagoland area with her husband, three daughters, and two dogs.