Nikki Warner

Senior Director, Communications

Nikki Warner joined USA Swimming in January 2024. In her role, she oversees internal and external communications, public relations, media relations, and operations.

Warner comes to USA Swimming after spending 12 years as the Director of Communications for Major League Baseball Players Alumni Association (MLBPAA). While in that position, she led communications strategy and execution, player relations, member services, and special events efforts. As part of the leadership team, she was responsible for the expansion and continued growth of the organization while also developing brand messaging, marketing marquis events and campaigns, and managing media relations. Before her tenure with MLBPAA, she spent a year at The Colorado Springs School supporting admissions and communications efforts.

Raised in Colorado Springs, Nikki received a bachelor’s degree in Communication Studies with a focus on Business Management from Whitworth University. Nikki resides in Colorado with her dog and cat and can be found fishing, hiking, or enjoying live music.