Erica, known as The Voice of Resillience, is a powerhouse entrepreneur, speaker, author, and o-owner of Code 1 BBQ in Wilmington, MA—a Texas-inspired barbecuerestaurant and catering company she runs alongside her husband. But her journey didn’t begin with success. She grew up poor, homeless, and surrounded byinstability, trauma, and adversity that could have broken her spirit. Instead, she turned her pain into purpose.

Erica spent years battling imposter syndrome and self-doubt, questioning whether she was ever meant for more. Through grit, hard work, and relentless determination, sherewrote her story, one bold and scary decision at a time. She poured herself into personal growth, leadership, and learning how to build something that mattered, both in her life and in her community.

Today, she’s not only the boss behind one of the most talked-about BBQ joints north of Boston, butalso a sought-after motivational speaker and the voice behind the movement that’s helping others break generational cycles. Erica knows firsthand what ittakes to rise from nothing and build a life of abundance. And she doesn’t hold back when it comes to telling the truth about the work it requires.

Her upcoming book, Stop Asking Why Me and Start Asking Why Not Me, dives deep into the inner gameof overcoming fear, shame, and limitations to step into your power. With her no-nonsense approach and unapologetic fire, Erica teaches others how to reclaimtheir voice, build with what they have, and stop waiting for permission to rise.

Whether she’s commanding a kitchen, a stage, or a room full of change-makers, Erica shows up with authenticity, heart, and a whole lot of hustle. She’s living proof thatwhere you come from doesn't determine where you get to go.

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