Meet Erika
I'm a generalist in a world of specialists.
Projects don't always fit into a neat box. I can help sort them out.
I have a degree in journalism from Western Washington University (Go Viks!), worked in a print shop right after college, then was hired to produce a magazine and automotive festival. That early mix of experience – working with printers and designers, managing sponsors, working with media, wrangling logistics, tracking budgets – has informed my work in the years since.
I'll suggest strategies to get you started or stay alongside you for the work.
I’m known for my warm, positive, candid manner. I bring a broad perspective and efficient process to help clients drill down to essential questions, then get to work.
What do I do when I'm not editing copy or wrangling production schedules?
You can usually find me hanging out with my family, reading, hiking, or camping. I was born and raised in the Pacific Northwest, and my husband and I stuck around to raise our kids here, too.
“Erika was invaluable. She brought clarity and provided brilliant direction in establishing our written message. I found her to have excellent ideas and strategies for enhancing our website and content. She worked efficiently and effectively with staff members.”
“The details covered in the planning communications were phenomenal. Erika goes above and beyond to assure that all facets of the event have been considered and comprehensive solutions are in place for every situation that could occur. Her attention to detail is better than any I have seen for event planning and was the foundation for success for this particular event.”
“Erika was instrumental in helping us establish our new association. Her skills and sound consultative advice helped us achieve in a year and a half what we thought would have taken two to three years.”