Ericka Persson

Ericka Persson is an accomplished political strategist with extensive experience in communications and public affairs, currently serving in a key role at the Working Families Party since October 2016. Prior positions include Senior Program Manager at Color Of Change and Director of Communications for the Committee to Elect Peter Jacob for Congress, where responsibilities included mentoring a communications team and developing strategic press plans. Ericka has also worked on various political campaigns, including as a Deputy Field Organizer for Bernie Sanders for President and Communications Coordinator for Zephyr Teachout for Governor of New York. Educational qualifications include a Bachelor of Science in Communication and Media Studies from New York University and a Master of Public Administration focused on Technology, anticipated from Columbia University's School of International and Public Affairs in 2025.