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Erika M. Wright

Summary

Persistent leader with proven track record of success leading and growing an organization from the ground up. Strong background in strategic planning, financial management and team development. Skilled in identifying opportunities and implementing practical business strategies with commitment to staying informed about latest trends, technologies and best practices. Deeply committed to anti-racist work and addressing the foundational role that bias and oppression play in workplace inequity to create environments that foster true belonging. Energetic and fun-loving leader who views laughter, humor, and joy as foundational to a positive work environment.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Executive Director

The Attic Learning Community
07.2019 - Current
  • Developed organizational leadership team and board of directors and partnered with them develop operational strategies to implement strategic vision during a time of organizational transition and industry wide upheaval due to COVID-19.
  • Built relationships with educational organizations and other independent schools to secure support for the organization and to enhance presence in the community, including being a member of the NWAIS Membership Committee.
  • Set organizational goals and objectives to achieve mission fulfillment.
  • Pursued diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging initiatives, including anti-racism initiatives and addressing ableism in education and the workplace.
  • Created a finance team, strategy, and budget approach and exercised appropriate cost control to meet budget restrictions and maximize profitability, including building cash reserves.
  • Monitored compliance with laws and regulations to protect organization from legal liabilities and penalties, including the Department of Health.
  • Defined company roles and responsibilities to establish and enhance processes.
  • Built and maintained strong teams by hiring and training qualified staff to create positive and productive work environments where collaboration, diversity, and belonging are prioritized.
  • Drove strategic improvements to enhance operational and organizational efficiencies, effectively professionalizing the organization.
  • Established and maintained strong relationships with parents/caregivers, students, and strategic educational partners.
  • Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize performance and ensure mission alignment.
  • Cultivated organization-wide culture of innovation and collaboration.

Attorney

Self-Employed
01.2011 - 07.2019
  • Drafted, reviewed and negotiated contracts and other legal documents to support client needs.
  • Negotiated settlements of disputes and litigation.
  • Researched and interpreted laws, rulings and regulations to advise clients on business and legal transactions.
  • Developed strategies and arguments for hearings, trials and appeals.
  • Worked in a variety of legal areas, including family law, creditor and debtor litigation/bankruptcy, nonprofit law, and child advocacy.

Education

J.D. -

Temple University James E. Beasley School of Law
Philadelphia, PA
05.2007

Bachelor of Arts - English (Professional Writing)

The College of New Jersey
Ewing, NJ
12.2003

Skills

  • Operations, financial management, HR, and risk management expertise
  • Team building and maintaining a mission driven workplace during organizational transitions
  • Skilled relationship builder, strategic thinker, and collaborative leader with people of varied backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives
  • Flexible, adaptive, and quick thinking leader
  • Fearless decision maker with strong ethical compass

Timeline

Executive Director

The Attic Learning Community
07.2019 - Current

Attorney

Self-Employed
01.2011 - 07.2019

J.D. -

Temple University James E. Beasley School of Law

Bachelor of Arts - English (Professional Writing)

The College of New Jersey

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