Erin Newkirk

Erin Newkirk serves as the Chief Brand & Marketing Officer at Caribou Coffee, a leading premium coffeehouse with over 800 locations worldwide, since February 2020. In addition to this role, Erin holds positions as an Independent Board Director at TurnSignl, focusing on protecting drivers’ civil rights, and as the Founder of Satya, a Growth Accelerator aimed at enhancing business potential. Erin's advisory contributions extend to organizations such as ModernWell and Omnia Fishing, alongside previous leadership as Chief Marketing Officer at Bright Health and Co-Founder/CEO of Red Stamp. With a robust background in marketing, Erin has held significant roles at General Mills, developing world-class global brands. Educational achievements include an MBA from Indiana University’s Kelley School of Business, a certificate from Université Paris-Sorbonne, and a BA from Drake University.