Services - Civilian Connections

HR Expertise That Moves Your Organization Forward

I work with organizations to strengthen leadership, build structure, and create alignment across their HR function. Whether you’re navigating rapid growth, leadership gaps, or structural challenges, I bring senior-level HR experience to help you move with clarity and confidence.

Advisory

Focused strategy sessions to identify issues and define next steps.

Sometimes you don’t need a full engagement — you need an experienced perspective. Advisory sessions are designed for leaders who want clear answers, honest assessments, and a defined path forward. No fluff, no lengthy process. Just clarity on what’s actually happening and what to do about it.

Best for: HR leaders, CEOs, and business owners facing specific challenges who need expert input without a long-term commitment.

Consulting

Hands-on support to build and implement HR structures and processes.

Organizations without formalized HR infrastructure lose an estimated 20-30% of productivity to inefficiency, miscommunication, and turnover. I work alongside your team to design and implement the systems, policies, and processes that create a stable, high-functioning HR function — built for your size, culture, and goals.

Best for: Growing organizations that have outgrown informal HR practices and need structure that scales.

Fractional HR Leadership

Embedded leadership to set direction and drive outcomes.

The average cost of a full-time Chief HR Officer exceeds $180,000 annually — out of reach for many mid-size organizations. Fractional HR leadership gives you senior-level strategic direction and accountability at a fraction of the cost. I integrate with your leadership team, set the HR agenda, and drive results without the overhead of a full-time hire.

Best for: Organizations that need senior HR leadership but aren’t ready or able to hire full-time.

HR Team Training & Coaching

Practical development for internal HR teams.

HR teams are often under-resourced and under-developed. Research shows that organizations investing in HR capability development see significantly stronger employee retention and manager effectiveness. I work directly with your HR team to close skill gaps, build confidence, and elevate their impact across the organization.

Best for: Organizations with existing HR staff who need to level up their skills, strategic thinking, and execution.

Veteran Hiring & Workforce Strategy

Integrated into broader HR strategy.

Veteran hiring done well isn’t a standalone program — it’s a workforce strategy. Companies with structured veteran hiring initiatives report stronger retention rates and faster time-to-productivity compared to general hiring. I help organizations build veteran hiring practices that are embedded into their broader talent and HR strategy, creating sustainable results rather than one-time initiatives.

Best for: Organizations committed to building inclusive, high-performing workforces with veteran talent as a strategic asset.

Kind Words

"Erica was instrumental in improving our company culture and setting a new standard for our HR and people activities. One accomplishment was a people & culture survey that helped Leadership understand how employees were feeling; the survey was beneficial and illuminating. Erica ensured there was follow-up and implementation of improvements. Erica is grounded in reality but has a consistently positive approach. She is a mentor and team-builder, on her own team and across the organization. I loved working with her, and she'd be a great benefit to any organization."

Charolotte H.

"Having worked with Erica since I joined MPBC in 2020 I found her to be a well-rounded and very effective HR executive with a keen eye for both the employees and organization needs. She coached me through a couple of challenging situations and I've learned a lot from her approach. Her warm personality and excellent skill set will a great asset to any company and I can highly recommend her!"

Corine de Boer, MD, PhD

PRICING

Engagements scoped to your needs. No surprises.

Every organization is different — so engagements are scoped based on the level of support and complexity of your needs. Most clients engage through one of three models:

Advisory Sessions — single or recurring sessions for strategic input and guidance
Project-Based Consulting — defined scope, clear deliverables, and a timeline that works for your organization
Fractional HR Leadership — ongoing embedded support, typically structured as a monthly retainer

Not sure which is right for you? That’s what the strategy session is for.