Erica Bryson Cfre

Erica Bryson, CFRE, has extensive work experience in the field of philanthropy and fundraising. Their most recent position was as the Chief Philanthropy Officer at Saint Elizabeth Community, where they raised critical resources to maintain the organization's high level of elder care. Prior to this role, they served as a Senior Philanthropy Officer at the same organization, managing the major and planned giving program and overseeing a successful $5 million campaign.

In addition to their work at Saint Elizabeth Community, Erica has also held positions at the University of Rhode Island as a Lecturer, Weight Watchers as a Leader, and Women and Infants Hospital as a Philanthropy Officer. At Women and Infants Hospital, they managed the Annual Fund, planned and executed fundraising events, and provided strategic direction to the hospital's Auxiliary. Erica also worked at Saint Anne's Hospital as an Annual Fund Manager and Special Events Coordinator, where they created comprehensive fundraising initiatives and coordinated signature events.

Earlier in their career, Erica worked as a Lecturer at the University of Rhode Island, a Head Conference Planner at Harrison Conference Services, the Group Sales Director and Assistant to the Director of Press/Promotions at Warwick Musical Theatre, and an Alumni Officer at Bryant University.

Overall, Erica Bryson's work experience demonstrates their expertise in fundraising, philanthropy, event planning, and strategic management.

Erica Bryson, CFRE has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Communication and Health Care Administration from Stonehill College, which they obtained from 1993 to 1997. Erica further pursued an MA in Communication Studies at the University of Rhode Island from 2002 to 2006.

In terms of additional certifications, Erica Bryson holds a CFRE (Certified Fund Raising Executive) certification. However, the institution and specific details of when and where the certification was obtained are unavailable.

As for professional development, Erica Bryson has acquired a Certificate in Planned Giving from the Wisconsin School of Business in 2023. In 2014, they also obtained a Certificate in Elements of Major Gifts, also from the Wisconsin School of Business.

Prior to their college education, Erica Bryson attended WWHS from 1989 to 1993, but no degree or field of study is provided for this period.