Member Spotlight: Erica Bersin – President, ERO Health Communications
With nearly 30 years of experience in health and science communications, Erica Bersin, President of ERO Health Communications, has dedicated her career to ensuring that critical medical and pharmaceutical information reaches the public. Her expertise spans pharmaceuticals, clinical research, corporate reputation and bioethics oversight. Throughout her journey, she has remained committed to making complex healthcare information accessible and advocating for informed decision-making.
A NYWICI member for more than 15 years, Erica first joined while living in Switzerland, where she continued to build her career on an international scale. She values NYWICI’s ability to bring together women from all areas of communication, creating spaces for professional growth, knowledge-sharing and open conversations about industry challenges.
For Erica, empowering and mentoring women in the field is essential. While the communications industry is predominantly female, leadership positions still tend to be male-dominated. She believes that achieving real change requires addressing intrinsic biases, fostering mentorship, and ensuring that women not only support each other but also step into leadership roles with confidence.
She also emphasizes the importance of kindness and integrity in professional success. Beyond career achievements, she sees impact in how people uplift one another, especially in industries like healthcare, where accurate and timely communication can be life-changing.
As NYWICI continues to grow, Erica hopes to see more conversations around healthcare communication and leadership opportunities for women reaching global audiences, bringing in diverse voices and perspectives. Through her advocacy, mentorship and dedication to meaningful dialogue, she embodies NYWICI’s mission of empowering women in communications.
