Erin Fairbanks

Erin Fairbanks is an accomplished Innovation & Impact Strategist at BKBF Productions, with a wealth of experience in community engagement, program management, and strategic development. At CookUnity, Erin led community strategy and growth initiatives, while previous roles included Director of Customer Engagement at Meld, where collaboration on innovative digital products was emphasized. As Founding Executive Director of Women in Hospitality United, Erin co-founded a nonprofit focused on equity in the hospitality industry. Erin's earlier experience includes executive leadership at Heritage Radio Network, account management at Heritage Foods USA, and culinary expertise at Gramercy Tavern. Academic credentials include a Bachelor of Arts in Creative Writing and Literature from the University of Michigan and a Master of Science in Urban Policy Analysis and Management from The New School.