"I engaged with Erika as a keynote speaker for one of my organization’s graduating cohorts. The graduating class was made up of professional women seeking to pivot to careers in tech so I wanted to find someone they could relate to and see themselves in. I knew Erika was the right fit. I knew she would serve up an incredible presentation. Even so, I wasn’t ready at all for what she delivered. The women were transfixed, deeply engaged, and excited about their future prospects. There were corporate partners and class facilitators there at the graduation and they shared with me how even they didn’t realize they needed to hear what Erika presented that day. She brought an energy that was impossible to ignore and shared her stories in a down-to-earth, relatable way that had us all nodding in solidarity even as we all took notes on how to move as leaders of our own futures. I went from someone who enjoys and respects Erika’s presence, expertise, and professionalism to a full blown fan. She’s amazing and you will do no wrong by connecting and working with her in whatever capacity you can."