ABOUT

Nicole Nageli is an award-winning storyteller and interdisciplinary creator whose work bridges art and technology. She is the Founder & CEO of N3 Meraki (formerly N3 Cartoons), where she develops original stories across illustration, graphic novels, and film.

With a background in computer science, Nicole leads both technical and creative projects, bringing ideas to life through project management, communication, and creative leadership. Her early background in acting and public speaking continues to shape her approach to story and management. Her work sits at the intersection of storytelling, technology, and visual development.

Nicole works to bring ideas to life across mediums.

N3 Meraki (formerly N3 Cartoons) produces vibrant character-driven graphic novels filed with imagination and heart. Each story blends whimsical storytelling with deeper themes of courage, creativity, and forging your own path.

Awards

California Arts Scholar | California State Summer School for the Arts

Young Leader Creating a Better World For All | Womens Economic Forum

Purple Dragonfly Book Award | Story Monsters LLC

Moonbeam Children's Book Award | Jenkins Group

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AuroraTV News

Nicole shared the message behind every punch for Justice Necessary in a charity boxing event.

University of Colorado Boulder Engineering

Nicole Nageli spoke about how her transfer experience is allowing her to pursue her dream of combining art and technology for scientific advancement.

Deep Sea Biology Society

Nicole's animated short film was featured on DSBS's social media and website.

NASA Glenn Research Center

Nicole appeared in NASA Glenn's social media post for #NationalInternDay .

No More Tokens Podcast

No More Tokens shines light on diversity in Hollywood.

Nicole discusses motivation in entertainment, following your dreams, publishing your own book, speaking at TEDx and more!

You Me and The Industry Podcast

Nicole talks about her fascination with legacy, fear in art, her love for great notebooks, some of her favorite video games and much more.

Ignite Denver's Speaker Spotlight

Nicole spoke about the message she hopes to share with others through her art and the depths of creating a legacy.

Business World

Nicole was featured in Businessworld's Article 'Young & Iconic Leaders Creating A Better World For All', where young people shared their stories on what needs to be done to inspire others to chase their dreams.

Denver Parent

Denver Parent wrote about Nicole's journey beginning N3 Meraki (formerly N3 Cartoons) and her first two graphic novels.

Douglas County News Press

Nicole was featured in the article 'Student CEOs receive funding from investors' for her company N3 Meraki (formerly N3 Cartoons).

Castle Rock News Press

In the 'My Name Is' feature article, Nicole talks about the comics that inspire her, the importance of reading, and how she started her first graphic novel.

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