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erika lucas
Equitable Economy Advisor & Systems Builder

I help leaders, institutions, and goverment agencies design equitable, sustainable systems that move people from potential to power, without burnout, extraction, or short‑term thinking.

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Erika Lucas and Oklahoma City Mayor David Holt Talking Politics and Economic Policy

I work at the intersection of capital, policy, and people. Across the public, private, and nonprofit sectors, I advise executives, boards, and organizations on how to build systems that drive economic inclusion and performance. My work focuses on translating bold ideas into structures that function in practice, supporting growth that is durable, human‑centered, and economically sound.

Strategic

Advisory

I partner with leaders and institutions to design equitable economic systems, programs, and strategies that scale at the speed of trust, not hype.

Institutional &

System Design

I support organizations in entrepreneurship, workforce development, and economic mobility to build non-extractive structures that deliver real outcomes.

Speaking &

Executive Education

I deliver keynotes, workshops, and facilitated conversations for corporate, and civic audiences on economic power, systems change, and leadership.

Boards &

Governance

I advise and serve on boards navigating sustainable growth, governance, and equity‑driven impact.

how i know this work

I'm the Co‑Founder of StitchCrew, an organization building a more equitable economy by supporting small business owners through inclusive programs, access to capital, and policy advocacy. We work with public agencies, non-profits and communities to design systems that expand economic opportunity.

I also co-founded VEST, a peer network and investment fund for women, and host the VEST Her Podcast, where we examine the invisible barriers shaping women’s economic advancement.

Earlier in my career, I served as a Partner at a Private Equity firm and as Global Director at the Oklahoma Department of Commerce, where I led economic and workforce development initiatives across public and private sectors. This experience allows me to bridge capital markets, policy environments, institutions, and lived experience.

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the vest her podcast

The VEST Her Podcast is a show that shines a light on the hidden obstacles holding women back in their careers, finances, and everyday lives. Through honest conversations and expert advice, we talk about the challenges women face and the bold ideas and actions needed to move forward.

VEST Her Podcast on Apple Podcasts
VEST Her Podcast on Spotify
Crew Update: News, Programming and Get to know the FemHealth Founders
[Full Episode] EP 27: Breaking Barriers and Healing Trauma in the Workplace with Minda Harts
VEST Her Podcast: How Women Became America's Safety Net
2022 Crew Update - We've got some big news!
Designing the Future of Work Panel
Reinventing the Care Economy Panel
Crew Update: News, Programming and Get to know the FemHealth Founders
Announcing Batch 2
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