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Meet Dr. Erica

Cultivating Creativity in Charlotte, North Carolina

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An entrepreneur at heart, Dr. Erica is driven to develop technology-focused strategies that enhance the world around her. Born and raised in Silicon Valley, she launched her first business in fifth grade, complete with a business pitch, a technological system, and an operational plan. She views the business world as a dynamic, ever-changing ecosystem that is innovative by nature.

With over 20 years of dynamic business leadership and digital strategy experience, Dr. Erica offers evidence-based growth frameworks and industry-leading strategies for organizations. She guides executives as a scholar-practitioner and thought leader, leveraging her expertise in leadership best practices. 
 

Dr. Erica's husband, Eddy, and their two children hold her heart. While she values her work, her best moments are spent around the kitchen table, filled with three generations of storytelling, laughter, and love. In this space, she finds the true meaning of connection and family. The Thomas family embodies warmth, authenticity, care, and delicious food—they love cooking and sharing meals! As a Charlotte-based home for missionaries worldwide, their connection and hospitality reflect their faith. 
 

In their free time, Dr. Erica and Eddy consult through Elevate 1 Consulting, which offers business leaders expert advice and resources for company health, online growth, and social impact. For Erica and Eddy, investing in the future of our world is legacy work, reflecting how they embody their shared purpose and faith.

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