Background
Nickel, James W. was born on June 29, 1962 in Crowley, Louisiana, United States.
Nickel, James W. was born on June 29, 1962 in Crowley, Louisiana, United States.
Bachelor, Louisiana State University. Postgraduate, Louisiana State University.
State field director John Breaux Senate Committee, Baton Rouge, 1985-1986. Executive assistant Senator John Breaux, Washington, 1987-1988, state director Baton Rouge, since 1997. National events director Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee, Washington, 1989-1991.
Executive director Louisiana Democratic Party, Baton Rouge, 1991-1996. Associate Johnston & Associates. State director Clinton-Gore '96, Baton Rouge.
Chairman Louisiana Democratic Party, Baton Rouge, 1995-1997. Campaign manager Breaux for Senate, 1998.
Member First Presbyterian Church Baton Rouge. Vice chairman Louisiana Public Broadcasting.
Married Susan Shaw; children: Samantha, Maggie, Isabella.