Connect Humanity
Erica Mesker is the Vice President of Partnerships and Strategic Initiatives at Connect Humanity, having joined as one of the first employees. Previously, she held the role of Director of Development at World Wide Web Foundation and Director of Global Strategic Development at TechSoup. With a background in various development and community outreach roles, Erica has also worked as a Development Associate and Community Outreach Specialist. She holds a BA Summa Cum Laude in Psychology/Biology from San Diego State University and a MA in Global & International Studies from UC Santa Barbara.
Connect Humanity
Connect Humanity is a nonprofit impact fund with a mission to advance digital equity. We provide tailored investments, strategic advice, and technical guidance to help underserved communities build the internet infrastructure needed to thrive. Since forming in 2021, we have partnered with 90 communities across 20 US states to develop digital access plans and catalyze +$45 million in community broadband investments. These efforts put 160,000 people on the path to fast, affordable internet connectivity. 100% of Connect Humanity's investments have focused on low-income, rural, and/or BIPOC communities, with 75% going to minority- or women-led ISPs. IA 50 Emerging Impact Manager, 2024