Erica is a dedicated business, community and nonprofit advocate and works as the executive director of the Pipestone Area Chamber of Commerce and Tourism. Originally from Omaha, Neb., Erica majored in political science and psychology at St. Olaf College and went on to obtain her juris doctorate from the University of Minnesota Law School. She served as a judicial law clerk and public defender earlier in her career and remains a licensed attorney. Erica believes strongly in Southwest Initiative Foundation’s (SWIF) vision of a southwest Minnesota where everyone thrives and in supporting our kids to reach their full potential. She’s inspired by the foundation’s leadership around big picture ideas that are essential to the future growth of southwest Minnesota. In addition to being on the SWIF Board of Directors, Erica is involved in leadership roles with Pipestone Girl Scouts, Pipestone Forward, Pipestone Kiwanis Club, Friends of the Casey Jones State Trail Association, Explore Southwest Minnesota Tourism, Southern Minnesota Tourism Association, Southwest Minnesota Arts Council and Mid-America Chamber Executives. Erica makes her home in Pipestone with her fiancé.
Position: Board Member
