Nicholas Paczolt

Nicholas Paczolt is a person in long-term recovery whose journey began on August 20, 2020, when he was heavily encouraged by law enforcement to do things differently. Today, he serves as the Head of Human Resources for Freedom Recovery Co. PLLC, where he leads onboarding, compliance, credential verification, and staff development with a focus on professionalism, compassion, and growth. Nic is also the Founder and Director of Front Range Peer Coach Academy, where he designs and facilitates culturally responsive, trauma-informed trainings for peer recovery professionals. In addition, he serves as an expert witness for individuals facing trafficking and distribution charges, helping to change the narrative that law enforcement often presents in court by offering insight into recovery, addiction, and lived experience. With over four years of experience in the recovery field, Nic has held roles as a Peer Recovery Coach, Justice Coach, Training Coordinator, and Lead Trainer. Outside of work, he’s a proud dog dad who loves traveling, history, and making people laugh, believing that humor and curiosity are essential parts of both recovery and connection.