Meet Erika Hanafin, Sophisticated Leader and Compassionate Advocate
Erika is a 5x acquisition business leader, strategist, startup advisor, and passionate advocate for empowering moms in business.
As a devoted mother & stepmother herself, Erika understands the unique challenges of balancing ambition with motherhood—and has dedicated her career to helping women thrive in both roles.
As the former CEO of HeyMama, the largest membership community for entrepreneurial moms, Erika led a transformational turnaround and guided the company to a successful acquisition—her fifth to date. Under her leadership, HeyMama reached over 400 million mothers worldwide, delivering tools, connections, and support to help them succeed in business and life.
Erika is also the co-host of the podcast “Leaning into Being” with Amri Kibbler, where they explore real-life challenges and share actionable strategies at the intersection of motherhood, business growth, and personal well-being.
With deep expertise in business growth, culture transformation, and values-driven leadership, Erika is a trusted voice for women ready to scale sustainably, fundraise strategically, and lead powerfully—on their own terms.
Speaking on Acquisition + Fundraising + Organizational Culture
Book Erika Hanafin for your next event and give your audience actionable insights on entrepreneurship, leadership, and the realities of building a business while balancing motherhood. With a proven track record of transforming businesses and empowering women, Erika delivers engaging, thought-provoking, and results-driven talks.
Sel (Sue-Ellen) Watts | Founder, wattsnextpx
“Working with Erika Hanafin the CEO of HeyMama, has been an inspiring journey. Her remarkable blend of professionalism and genuine care sets her apart as a leader. As a Management Consultant I’ve had the opportunity to support her during a particularly challenging business transition, her deep experience and strategic acumen shone brightly, guiding her team with confidence and grace to a successful outcome. Erika is not just a business leader; she's a visionary who builds meaningful connections and fosters a culture of success. Working with her is always a privilege.”
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Laura Bull | Founder, The Brand Mgmt Co
“Erika’s experience in funding models, acquisitions, and org culture makes her a fantastic CEO, and her compassionate and empathetic approach makes her a natural-born leader. Her leadership doesn’t just drive profits - it creates lasting impact and unlocks potential that others would miss.”
