Erica O'Grady

Erica O'Grady, CAE has a wealth of experience in various executive roles in the association and consulting industries. Erica is currently the Chief Executive Officer of the Society of Cosmetic Chemists since November 2017 and the President of Socius Consulting, LLC since August 2017. Prior to these positions, they served as the Vice President of Operations and Director of External Affairs at CFMA from 2012 to 2017. Erica also served as the Executive Director of the Institute of Certified Construction Industry Financial Professionals from 2008 to 2013. Additionally, Erica was the President of the Mid-Atlantic Society of Association Executives in 2012. Earlier in their career, they held various roles in the Construction Financial Management Association, including Director of Instructional Technologies and Director of Online Services. Erica'sexpertise and leadership have contributed to the success of these organizations.

Erica O'Grady, CAE has a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration/Marketing from Rider University, which they obtained from 1993 to 1995. In 1997, they received a Certificate in Non-Profit Management from Brookdale College. Additionally, Erica obtained the Certified Association Executive (CAE) designation from the American Society of Association Executives in 2008.