Erik Sgariglia

Erik Sgariglia has a diverse work experience spanning several roles and industries. Erik is currently serving as the VP of Operations at Trala, Inc., a Chicago startup focused on making music education accessible to everyone using advanced technologies. Prior to this, Erik held a similar position at Rocketmiles, where they were responsible for managing operations across various products, brands, and white-label businesses. Erik played a crucial role in the company's growth, starting as the first employee and overseeing the development of marketing strategies, service teams, and customer service operations across multiple locations. Before their time at Rocketmiles, Erik worked as a Corporate Travel Consultant at AXA Assistance and as a Travel Manager and Around-the-World Specialist at Flight Centre. Overall, Erik's work experience showcases their expertise in operations management, customer service, and team leadership.

Erik Sgariglia pursued their education in the field of biology and genetics. From 1995 to 1999, they attended Illinois Wesleyan University, where they obtained a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree with a major in Biology and Spanish. Later, from 1999 to 2001, they enrolled in San Diego State University to complete their Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Evolutionary Biology and Genetics.