Ashley Erickson
About Ashley Erickson
Ashley Erickson serves as the Vice President of Operational Resources and Optimization at LCRA, a position she has held since 2019. She has a background in economics and public affairs, with previous roles including Director of Business Optimization and Senior Analyst at the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis.
Current Role at LCRA
Ashley Erickson serves as the Vice President of Operational Resources and Optimization at LCRA, a position she has held since 2019. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing operational strategies and optimizing resource allocation within the organization. Her leadership focuses on enhancing efficiency and effectiveness across various departments, contributing to LCRA's mission of providing reliable utility services.
Previous Experience at LCRA
Prior to her current role, Ashley Erickson held multiple positions at LCRA. She worked as the Director of Business Optimization from 2014 to 2019, where she led initiatives aimed at improving business processes. Before that, she was the Lead Optimization Analyst from 2009 to 2014, focusing on data analysis and optimization strategies to enhance organizational performance.
Educational Background
Ashley Erickson earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Economics from Grinnell College, where she studied from 2000 to 2004. She furthered her education at The University of Texas at Austin, obtaining a Master’s Degree in Public Affairs from 2010 to 2012. Additionally, she completed a Certificate Program in Creative Leadership and Innovation Management at the same university from 2013 to 2014.
Experience at Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis
Before joining LCRA, Ashley Erickson worked as a Senior Analyst at the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis from 2005 to 2009. In this role, she conducted economic research and analysis, contributing to the bank's understanding of regional and national economic conditions.
Research Assistant Role at Grinnell College
Ashley Erickson began her career as a Research Assistant at Grinnell College, where she worked from 2001 to 2004. In this position, she supported academic research projects, gaining valuable experience in data collection and analysis during her undergraduate studies.