Nicole has served as an international spokesperson for diabetes issues for more than 5 years. She has worked tirelessly promoting awareness, prevention and early detection of the ” hidden killer,” diabetes. Nicole has not been limited to public speaking, she publishes regularly and volunteers much of her time in Washington, D.C. lobbying the U.S. Congress on behalf of diabetes issues. In addition, she also works with state legislatures to improve insurance coverage and general health care for the millions of individuals with diabetes. 

Another passion of Nicole’s is diabetes research. Over the last several years, she has helped generate more than $16 million for this cause.

Beyond these activities and achievements, Nicole is proud to announce the release of her autobiography, Living with Diabetes and her second cookbook. The autobiography details Nicole’s journey through life with diabetes, her achievement of Miss America, and the tests that have been placed on her faith and foundation along the way