Erik is an Associate Consultant with experiences across the policy cycle and within healthcare systems. Erik’s background is in microbiology and public health, with experience in healthcare financing and equitable policy development. He has worked with non-profits, international NGOs, and for-profit policy firms. Erik completed his Master of Public Health with a concentration in Global Health Policy. The focus of his studies was on leveraging strategic financing mechanisms to increase access to health services in conflict-affected settings. When not at work, Erik is an avid reader, hiker, basketball fan, and barista.