Erik is the Global Executive Sponsor for Pride, Dell Technologies’ ERG for LGBTQIA+ Employees and Allies which has grown to over 7,000 members across more than 20 countries. Erik is also the Chair of the board for Out & Equal Workplace Advocates and was named to the board of The GenderCool Project, a non-profit educating the world on the positive experiences of Trans Youth. To help protect Trans kids, their families and the future of work, Erik and the ERG spent 2021 and 2022 partnering with Government Affairs and Corporate Communications to help stop the onslaught of Anti-LGBTQIA+ bills across the US and the World, including many testimonies in front of the Texas Legislation. Since the pandemic, Erik has led the ERG to be a center of joy for the company helping drive connection in a hybrid work environment from virtual events like Pride’s Got Talent, Lip Synch Battles, and Pride Content to in person events like the 20+ Pride Month events across the world. Erik has participated in over 15 panels, podcasts and speaking engagements this year focused on the importance of Diversity, Allyship and Inclusion to help companies thrive by ensuring their employees can bring their full authentic self to work.
