Erik hails from Worcester, Massachusetts, the second largest city in New England. As the token "yankee" at Volacci, Erik spent his formative years in Maine, Massachusetts, and Pennsylvania. Erik graduated from Union College in Schenectady, New York with his B.A. in Political Science and minors in Philosophy and Religious Studies. He wisely defected to Texas following graduation.

Erik created his first website at the age of 11 and hasn't stopped since. An entrepreneur at heart, Erik started freelance designing and developing web sites, branding materials, and marketing collateral for small companies at the age of 14.

Erik enjoys long walks on the beach, puppies, CrossFit, fast cars, blues, good whiskey, and a tasty cigar. Erik is the Chapter Advisor for the Alpha Nu chapter of Sigma Chi and a Rotarian. Erik currently resides in Austin, Texas with his wife, Sara, and his Brussels Griffons, Albert and Willy.