Nile Malloy brings nearly three decades of experience as an interdisciplinary strategist working at the intersections of race, class, gender, education, policy, and the environment. His work spans nonprofit, public, philanthropic, education, and private sectors, advancing social, climate, environmental, economic, and youth development initiatives.

In 2025, Nile launched Obsidian Edge, a reimagined coaching and consulting practice dedicated to building a future where resources are distributed equitably and leaders have the capacity to win. Drawing from his experience across the consulting and coaching field, he witnessed the powerful behind the scenes impact of independent practitioners, small businesses, and larger firms.

In response, he created the Obsidian Edge podcast to spotlight the mycelium of coaches, consultants, and strategists, bringing this often unseen work to the forefront and amplifying their lessons and collective brilliance in service of individuals, institutions, and communities. Mycelium, as a metaphor for interconnected systems, reflects the unseen networks that sustain, share knowledge, and support collective growth, mirroring how these leaders operate as a powerful web of relationships and support that strengthens impact across sectors.

He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Sustainability and African American Studies from the University of Michigan, and a Master’s in Anthropology and Social Change from the California Institute of Integral Studies, with a focus on Gender, Ecology, and Postcolonial Studies.

We launched the Obsidian Edge Podcast to amplify consultants, coaches, strategists, and organizers who provide skilled support to sharpen individuals and institutions, strengthening their capacity to drive meaningful impact.

As a wellness advocate, life coach, and social entrepreneur, his coaching and facilitation also help individuals and teams build emotional intelligence, restore internal balance, and lead with accountability and care.

Beyond his professional work, Nile is a creative writer, currently completing his debut novel, Obsidian Resurrection—a Black futurist, sci-fi family-centered thriller exploring power, healing, ancient rituals, revolution, and transformation. He also launched his Substack blog that weaves together stories, humor, ancestral wisdom, socio-political, environmental issues, tech and coaching and consulting tips.

Above all, Nile cherishes his role as a father to his teenage daughter and two teenage sons. He finds deep purpose in co-parenting and building community-based support systems that embody care, wholeness, and accountability.