Former Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley has joined global communications firm Edelman as vice chair of its international public affairs team. The announcement was made on Wednesday by Edelman CEO Richard Edelman.Haley is expected to join the firm this month.Nikki Haley emerged as the most significant challenger to Donald Trump's bid for the Republican presidential nomination in 2024, bringing a strong track record and impressive credentials to the table as she launches her campaign. But she suspended her campaign earlier this year following a series of primary losses to Donald Trump. Despite her initial criticism of Trump, she ultimately endorsed him for the GOP nomination.Haley, who served as the United Nations Ambassador and Governor of South Carolina, brings a wealth of experience to the role. Edelman praised Haley's success in attracting foreign companies to South Carolina and her leadership on global issues at the UN."Politics has become a critical consideration for clients in brand marketing, employee engagement, and reputation management," Edelman said. "In her time as Governor, Haley had great success in attracting foreign companies to South Carolina and as Ambassador to the UN, helped lead important work on global issues."  Haley expressed her excitement about joining Edelman's Global Advisory (EGA) team. "In a time of growing complexities in business, policy, and politics, brands need to anticipate what's coming next," she said. "Whether managing a crisis or celebrating a success, industry leaders must be ready to communicate clearly and share their vision forward."Since leaving the presidential race, Haley has remained active on various international issues, particularly American support for Israel. In April, she joined the Hudson Institute, a conservative think tank, as the Walter P. Stern chair.(Image: Renee Ittner-McManus / Wikimedia Commons)