Nicoly Costa is an associate on the Business and Program Development team within the   
International pillar at the Milken Institute. Based in London, she is responsible for   
managing memberships and sponsors involved in the Institute’s conferences and   
programs, and for strengthening its network through year-round initiatives such as the   
London Dialogues. A key member of the team, she also manages Corporate Associate   
and Chairman’s Circle memberships, supports key sponsors and high-net-worth   
individuals, and plays an active role in the Young Leaders Circle Europe and the   
European Family Office Network.

With a truly global mindset shaped by an international background, Costa studied   
international relations at Fundação Armando Alvares Penteado in São Paulo, Brazil,   
specializing in economics and diplomacy. Having lived on three continents, she brings a   
distinctly global outlook to her work, supporting the Europe team in elevating its profile   
and broadening its reach. Her professional approach is informed by a personal passion   
for fashion, philosophy, Latin American development, and expanding access to   
economic opportunities.

She is also leading efforts on a new initiative that connects luxury brands and creative   
industry leaders with the Institute’s flagship events, fostering fresh perspectives,   
greater diversity, and deeper cross-sector collaboration.