Leadership Strategist • Author • Preparedness Educator
“In a crisis, you are the plan.”
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Training individuals and communities to operate under pressure—where leadership is tested in real time.
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Community Preparedness & Public Safety Training
University & Criminal Justice Programs
International Cultural & Leadership Events
Media Features & Public Speaking Engagements
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Founder, iDARE® | Leadership365™ | DAREX365 | 🏠NickyDare
WHAT OTHERS SAY
"Nicky provides an exceptional method, approach, insight, and dedication to preparedness, readiness, and situational awareness. From personal experience, she is able to inspire participants to protect themselves in just about every dangerous situation, and, preventing getting into them. Her passion, commitment, and dedication, are evident in every step. A true professional!" - Briann Barry, Chief of Staff-Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce, California, USA
"I have had the pleasure of knowing Nicky for 18 years. She is a bright, joyfully enthusiastic person with drive a determination. Nicky is serious about her ideas, goals, and work. This powerful woman seeks out information on topics she is passionate about and studies them throughly and then uses that information to speak intelligently and educate others. Thank you Nicky for being a friend, student, educator and more." - David Gray, Executive Partner, Deimos Security, US Marine,USA, and Bangkok Thailand
"I have known Nicky for over 19 years. Nicky has the ability to assess a situation or project with great speed and ability to put things into action. I can always depend on her for superior organizational skills. I have seen her manage projects and groups large and small and deliver results. She is a joy to work with and will benefit any organization she decides to be part of. Many people state they work well with others as a common phrase but you will find Nicky has a unique ability to not only work well but energize any group she is involved with. She is a fast learner so if she takes on a project that may be new to her previous experience make no doubt about it she will learn what is needed quickly and make it a success. I can’t say enough about her talents and dedication. Please contact me for more input. I am in Asia about 80% of my time." - William Kinsey, VP Marketing and International Sales, Thermo Fisher Scientific, Asia and USA
"Nicky is a natural leader and outstanding instructor who always goes above and beyond the call of duty. A 20-year review of disasters showed 90% of disasters are weather-related. I believe through iDARE Nicky's goal is that we as a people survive and are prepared in case of a natural disaster. I have had occassions to work alongside Nicky, who organized training events for women and I am familiar with these events Nicky organized. She will not rest until the message of being prepared is heard by all ! I would not hesitate to follow Nicky's lead as she is a great example of a "Top Drawer" leader." - Roosevelt Scott, CEO Triple Threat Solutions, US Marine, Master Sergeant (E-8), California, USA
FEATURED PRESS
A curated selection of verified media coverage documenting leadership, public safety training, and real-world preparedness in action.
Leadership Under Fire: Nicky Dare Emerges as a Rare Indonesian-American Force in Tactical Training
A defining profile on leadership, crisis training, and real-world impact.
California Culture Today
Coverage highlighting a milestone in firearms certification and community-based public safety leadership.
EIN Presswire
Recognized for a firearms certification milestone and leadership in public safety training.
Western Outdoor News (Print Feature)
📰 Western Outdoor News Feature (Columnist / Contributor)
Published Feature – Western Outdoor News
Columnist & Contributor Coverage
Nicky Dare featured as contributor and columnist "Women In The Field" in California’s Only Sportsman’s Weekly, with coverage including Baja fishing reports and tournament participation.
Before the Spotlight
Before public recognition, real-world leadership was built through international executive experience.
Early leadership exposure through international workshops. Jakarta, 1997
Participating in executive-level discussions prior to public recognition
Television & Media Features
Live segments, interviews, and on-the-ground coverage highlighting leadership, preparedness, and community engagement.
SCVTV — Disaster & Active Shooter Preparedness in California
IAW International Association of Women, Womens Conference in New York
SCVTV — Disaster & Active Shooter Community Preparedness
LinkedIn Top Voice — Leadership & Entrepreneurship
Global Roundtable: Roadmap to Sustainability (2020)
In 2020, Nicky Dare launched the Global Roundtable: Roadmap to Sustainability, bringing together leaders to address resilience, crisis response, and long-term sustainability.
Watch the original roundtable and explore early press coverage from 2020.
Watch Roundtable
Leadership & Cultural Impact
National leadership across professional platforms, conferences, and community initiatives.
2011-2021 — Chapter Leadership (NAPW → IAW)
For nearly a decade, Ms. Dare served as President of the Santa Clarita Chapter, spanning the organization’s transition from the National Association of Professional Women (NAPW) to the International Association of Women (IAW). She led sustained chapter growth and mentorship initiatives throughout this period.
Representing chapter leadership at a national women’s conference hosted by the National Association of Professional Women (NAPW) at New York Marriott Marquis, Times Square, New York — April 2014.
2018 — Women2Women Leadership Panel
Nicky Dare joins a leadership panel alongside recognized figures in media, policy, and community leadership, including Vivica A. Fox, Sarah Chamberlain, and Gloria Mercado-Fortine — Santa Clarita, October 2018.
From left: Nicky Dare, Vivica A. Fox, Sarah Chamberlain and Gloria Mercado-Fortine discuss empowering the female business community in Santa Clarita while moderator Tami Edwards looks on at the Women2Women event held at the Hyatt Regency Valencia.
October 30, 2018 — Santa Clarita, California
2020 — Community Preparedness & Public Safety Leadership
Preparedness and leadership talk — community awareness session
Active Shooter Preparedness – Community Awareness
Following a school shooting, Ms. Dare led a community-wide Active Shooter Awareness and Preparedness initiative in Los Angeles. The event was deliberately postponed to respect the immediate aftermath, and later brought together residents and leaders for structured discussion on safety, response, and real-world preparedness.The panel included Saugus High School educator David Starling and firearms attorney Matt Cubeiro of Michel & Associates, P.C.
Ongoing — Public Speaking & Cultural Representation
Continued leadership presence across community events, cultural initiatives, and public speaking engagements, contributing to cross-cultural dialogue and professional development.
Guest Speaker — NIGP Forum, Austin, Texas (2019)
Presented on disaster and emergency management at the 2019 NIGP Forum, speaking on “Planning for the Best: Mitigating Disaster Impact through Preparedness” on August 26 in Austin, Texas.
NIGP Forum — Austin Convention Center, 2019
SCV Elite Magazine — “The Year of Women”
Featured in SCV Elite Magazine highlighting women’s leadership and community impact.
W2WLeadership Panel – “Women of the Year” – Santa Clarita (2018)
Panel appearance in a Women2Women leadership discussion alongside public figures and industry leaders. READ HERE
National Association of Professional Women (NAPW) leadership event at the Marriott Marquis in Times Square, New York City.
Indonesian Cultural Representation — Los Angeles
Representing Indonesian heritage at the 2026 Valley Asian & Pacific Islander Cultural Festival, one of Los Angeles’ largest multicultural events—bringing culture, community, and leadership together.
Leading Indonesian cultural representation and community engagement in Los Angeles—bringing tradition, leadership, and cross-cultural connection to public platforms.
Supporting cultural visibility and community representation through public events.
May 2, 2026 — Los Angeles, California
Nicky Dare Indonesian-American Ambassador at Valley Asian Pacific Islander Festival
Annual 4th VAPI 2025 hosted by Valley Chamber of Commerce Warner Center and Pierce College in Woodland Hills
May 10, 2025 — Los Angeles, California
Guest Speaker — Situational Awareness, Los Angeles County
Invited as a guest speaker addressing active shooter preparedness and situational awareness for community and public safety audiences.
AV Outdoors — “Feminine Firearms” Feature
Featured in Antelope Valley Press (2013), showcasing one of Nicky Dare’s early sold-out women’s handgun training classes—an early indicator of her growing impact in firearms education and community preparedness.
International Association of Women Recognition (2019)
Recognized by the International Association of Women (IAW) for leadership and contributions as Santa Clarita Chapter President, with acknowledgment from IAW leadership for her impact in empowering women and strengthening community engagement.
More Appearances & Community Engagement
Nicky Dare: Leading Voices for Safer, Stronger Communities
From corporate boardrooms to grassroots initiatives, Nicky Dare delivers tactical leadership and sustainable strategies where they're needed most.
Developed and led “Stop the Threat & Stop the Bleed” simulation training for LAFD CERT battalions, Los Angeles
Guest Speaker — Community Preparedness
Invited guest speaker on disaster preparedness, including earthquake readiness and active shooter awareness.
Television Feature – SCVTV
Segment featuring Nicky Dare on community preparedness and training initiatives in Los Angeles.
Empowering through action: Nicky Dare hosts Fashion Fundraiser for Habitat for Humanity. Combining leadership, community, and compassion - one runaway at a time at Mariott Valencia CA.
Nicky Dare speaks at IAW (formerly known as NAPW) International Association of Women, Women's Luncheon. Empowering women to lead through preparedness, resilience, and action.
FEATURED STORY
Fear Has No Timeline
A 15,000-foot skydive reflecting the mindset she teaches every day—fear doesn’t disappear, you move through it.
"This isn't just a skydive - it's a statement" - Nicky Dare
August 2025 · Santa Barbara, California
Not every breakthrough happens in a boardroom. Some begin at the edge of fear. At 15,000 feet, Nicky Dare chose to step forward—not just for the experience, but as a reminder that resilience is built in moments of uncertainty.
DID YOU KNOW?
Not all experience happens in a classroom.
Los Cabos Tuna Jackpot (2016)
Turns out situational awareness applies at sea too—especially when everyone’s chasing the same fish.
Just boats, bait, and a whole lot of competition… and one of the few women out there holding her own.
Published Feature – Western Outdoor News, showcasing Nicky Dare’s contributions and tournament participation coverage. Cabo San Lucas 2016
Participated as Team 55 in the 18th Los Cabos Tuna Jackpot 2016—one of the largest sportfishing tournaments in the world, attracting teams from around the globe.
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Built through real-world training, public leadership, and a documented record of media and community impact.
Nicky Dare is a Los Angeles-based leadership strategist, firearms instructor, and founder of iDARE® Inc., known for her work in situational awareness, active shooter preparedness, and community resilience training. Her work has been featured across print media, television segments, and public leadership events, with a documented history of training, speaking engagements, and international cultural representation.
© 2026 Nicky Dare. Founder, iDARE® | Leadership365™ | DAREX365. All rights reserved.
Dare to live, love, lead boldly.
Part of the Nicky Dare ecosystem:
Leadership365™ — Leadership training, strategy, and situational awareness
iDARE® Inc. — Nonprofit focused on disaster preparedness, community resilience, and public safety education
DAREX365 — Future systems, AI integration, and preparedness innovationNicky Dare is the author of multiple works on leadership, preparedness, and crisis response—documenting real-world frameworks applied in high-pressure environments.
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