Erica Sopha

Erica Sopha is a seasoned professional in park management and visitor services, currently serving as Vice President for Park Use & Stewardship at Central Park Conservancy since November 2011. In this role, Erica oversees various operational aspects including Visitor Services, Public Programs, Retail, and Volunteer Services, as well as previously holding the position of Director of Visitor Experience. Prior experience includes roles at Integral Yoga NYC as an Herbal Apothecary, fitness instruction at NYC Department of Parks & Recreation, and coordinating distance learning at Wildlife Conservation Society. Erica's career also encompasses significant positions in urban park management, including as an Urban Park Ranger Sergeant and an Education Coordinator at Ozone House Youth Shelter. Erica holds a Certified Sommelier degree from the International Culinary Center and a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Michigan College of Literature, Science, and the Arts.