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About Me

Hi, I'm Erik — a Seattle-based sustainability + social impact consultant and community builder. My work centers on helping organizations use business as a force for good and a force for growth, bringing together strategy, impact, and people. When I’m not working, I love to spend my time buildling vibrant communities and events that create meaningful connection. You can find me outside exploring the incredible nature of the PNW, grabbing a cocktail with friends, or at the Seatac Airport. I love connecting with new people and look forward to hearing from you, regardless of how you want to be connected - whether that's personally or professionally. Check out my current projects & involvements below! 

Hillesheim Consulting 
 

I bring cross-functional expertise across brand management, marketing, business development, program management, and sustainability to help organizations of all sizes unlock growth and impact. Having partnered with startups through Fortune 50 companies, I know how to translate ideas into actionable strategies that drive results. My consulting engagements are intentionally flexible—ranging from focused two-week projects to contract roles up to six months—so clients get the right level of support at the right time.

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COMMUNITY BUILDLING

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SEATTLE SWIM CLUB

Seattle Swim Club is really more of a social club that masquerades around as a swim club. Swim club gathers 100-300 folks to plunge into Lake Union every Friday morning at 7a from June-September. We're focused on melting the Seattle Freeze and creating a space people can make meaningful friendships through coffee, conversation, and a little cold water. Come plunge with us and find out more on our Instagram

SEATTLE PADDLE RAVE

As one of the largest floating concerts in the US, Seattle Paddle Rave blends music, movement, and nature in the heart of Seattle with around 1,000 paddling attendees biweekly. Known for it’s inclusive community, high-energy music, and Seattle’s iconic skylines and sunsets, Paddle Rave is changing our city’s relationship with the lake and with local music. 

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We’re proud to be one of the only free events in Seattle, helping create a culture of accessibility. Check out our schedule here.

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VENTURES IN PROGRESS

A few side projects in the work. Let me know if you'd like to collaborate!

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The Party Download

Creating e-guides helping people throw better gatherings + event realted consulting and services

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Abundance Social

A holistic social wellness community helping people find connection and community in healthier ways

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Seattleboatrental.com

Creating the premier marketplace for on the water experiences within the Greater Seattle area

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