General John W.
Nicholson Jr.
(US ARMY, R.)
General John Nicholson is a distinguished military and business leader with global relationships and experience, now sharing that expertise as a strategy, leadership and business consultant with the Nicholson MacDonald Group. He is also an advisor to and investor in RAINCLOUD DEFENSE, the premier business and knowledge ecosystem for the defense technology sector.
Norine MacDonald KC
PRESIDENT/FOUNDER,
RAINCLOUD GROUP
Norine MacDonald KC is Co-founder of the Nicholson MacDonald Group and the President and Founder of RAINCLOUD GROUP. As part of RAINCLOUD GROUP, she is the creative mind behind RAINCLOUD DEFENSE, the premier business and knowledge ecosystem for the defense technology sector, connecting the minds that power the world. RAINCLOUD DEFENSE, incorporated in the US, the UK and the United Arab Emirates, has more than 6,500 members in over 100 countries.
“In today’s complex world, success isn't just about innovation; it's about the ecosystem.
I specialize in connecting the minds and the supply chains that power our world."
Strategically driven, mission focused
The Nicholson MacDonald Group is committed to delivering principled leadership and cross-border expertise to accelerate international growth.
By fostering deep trust and cultural fluency,
we empower companies and organizations to navigate complex markets across MENA, Europe, India, and the US, turning global ambition into scalable success.
THOUGHT LEADERSHIP
RAINCLOUD DEFENSE
RAINCLOUD DEFENSE is the premier business and knowledge ecosystem, dedicated to fostering growth and connection within the global defense technology sector - Connecting the Minds that Power the World.
We offer both unparalleled visibility and connectivity, acting as a dynamic platform for defense industry stakeholders to engage, innovate, and expand their reach.
At its core, RAINCLOUD DEFENSE is built on expanding the defense sector as a collaborative ecosystem. We utilize cutting-edge digital tools and an elite network of over 6,200 members and 5,000 companies to empower strategic partnerships.”
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