Erika K. Clark

Erika K. Clark has a diverse work experience spanning over two decades. Erika K. is currently serving as the Head of Admissions & Operations at Acton Academy Silicon Valley since March 2021. Prior to this, Erika co-founded Shades By Shan Cosmetics in 2018 and held the role of Co-Founder & COO. Erika K. played a significant role in this San Francisco-based makeup line, supporting single parents in need. Before that, Erika worked at Hult International Business School in multiple roles. Erika K. started as the Director of MBA Recruitment (Sales) for Latin America in September 2013 and later became the Director of MBA Recruitment and Marketing for Latin America from September 2014 to July 2016. From August 2016 to December 2017, they served as the Regional Director of Recruitment & Marketing - China.

In 2012, Erika took on the role of Director of International Admissions - The Americas & Asia at Geneva Business School & St. Georges School in Switzerland. Here, they managed the admissions recruitment for these two prestigious institutions and developed strong markets in China, Thailand, Taiwan, Malaysia, Indonesia, Mexico, Brazil, Chile, and the USA. Erika K. oversaw a sales force of over 70 direct international recruiters and played a key role in marketing, travel, promotion, and collateral design. Erika also worked on developing global SEO and online marketing campaigns for the schools.

Prior to this, Erika worked as the Regional Admissions Manager at Laureate Hospitality Education from March 2010 to July 2011. Erika K. also held various positions at Laureate Hospitality Education, including Enrollment and Marketing Project Coordinator at Les Roches Jin Jiang from September 2008 to March 2009, and Enrollment and Marketing Dept - Management Trainee from December 2007 to August 2008.

Erika started their career as a Food & Beverage Management Trainee at Les Roches International School of Hotel Management from January 2007 to July 2007. Before entering the education industry, they worked as a Sales Representative and Assistant Manager at Tours Unlimited Travel Agency from January 1998 to June 2005.

Overall, Erika K. Clark has a strong background in admissions, marketing, and operations across various industries, including education, cosmetics, and hospitality.

Erika K. Clark obtained their MBA degree specializing in Leadership from the Glion Institute of Higher Education in 2012. During the same year, they also received a Master of Advanced Studies in Hospitality Management with a specialization in Leadership from Les Roches Gruyere University of Applied Sciences. Prior to these postgraduate degrees, Erika earned a Swiss Hotel Association Diplome in Hotel Management from Les Roches. Erika K. completed their undergraduate studies at Les Roches International School of Hotel Management - Kendall College, where they acquired a Bachelor of Arts degree in International Hospitality Management with a concentration in Events and Convention Management. The specific start and end years for their Swiss Hotel Association Diplome and Bachelor's degree are not provided.