Erika Nelson Sylvester
About Erika Nelson Sylvester
Erika Nelson Sylvester serves as the General Counsel and Head of Compliance at Authenticx, where she provides legal guidance on employment law, intellectual property, and risk management. With a background in internal auditing and litigation at Cummins Inc., as well as experience in health care law, she oversees regulatory compliance and supports strategic initiatives.
Current Role at Authenticx
Erika Nelson Sylvester serves as General Counsel and Head of Compliance at Authenticx since 2024. In this role, she provides strategic legal guidance that supports revenue-generating initiatives. She oversees the development of policies for regulatory compliance, including adherence to HIPAA and FDA regulations. Additionally, she advises on employment law, intellectual property, and risk management, leveraging her extensive experience in health care law and understanding of AI technology.
Previous Experience at Cummins Inc.
Erika has held multiple positions at Cummins Inc. from 2018 to 2022. She began as a Senior Internal Auditor for one year, followed by a role as Corporate Counsel - Litigation for two years. In 2019, she briefly served as Manager - Internal Audit & Advisory. Her time at Cummins provided her with significant experience in internal auditing and corporate legal matters.
Legal Career at Coots, Henke & Wheeler, P.C.
Erika worked at Coots, Henke & Wheeler, P.C. from 2011 to 2018. She started as an Associate Attorney for four years before becoming a Partner, a position she held for two years. During her tenure, she gained substantial experience in various legal practices, contributing to her development as a legal professional.
Educational Background
Erika earned her Juris Doctor from Valparaiso University School of Law between 2007 and 2010. Prior to that, she completed her Bachelor of Science in Business Management with a Legal Emphasis at Bradley University from 2003 to 2007. Her educational background laid the foundation for her legal expertise and career in compliance.
Internship and Early Career Experience
Erika gained early legal experience through internships, including a position as a Law Clerk in the Office of Legal Affairs at Rush University Medical Center in 2009. She also interned for the Honorable Judge Joe Billy McDade at the U.S. District Court for the Central District of Illinois in 2008. These roles provided her with practical insights into the legal field.