The Driftless Development Inc. team is made up of highly trained employees dedicated to community and economic growth. Not only does our team involve employees, we are also lead by a community based Board of Directors and partner with key investors who believe in our same mission to develop Crawford County into a thriving community for all people.
Nikki Dudley, Executive Director
Nikki Dudley serves as Executive Director of Driftless Development, bringing more than a decade of experience in operations, strategy, marketing, and organizational development across the nonprofit, startup, and regulated-industry space. Her background includes leading complex initiatives that bridge business growth, workforce needs, compliance, and community impact, with a strong focus on turning big ideas into practical, measurable outcomes. Nikki has worked closely with entrepreneurs, investors, public agencies, and local stakeholders to launch programs, secure funding, and build systems that actually work. At DDI, she is focused on sharpening the organization’s impact by prioritizing business attraction, workforce support, and strategic partnerships that strengthen the long-term vitality of Crawford County.