Erin Stahmer is passionate about aligning people, purpose, and potential to drive growth and innovation. As Co-Founder and Chief People Officer at Ascend, she leads the development of a vibrant, inclusive culture that empowers firms to thrive independently while growing together. With degrees from Columbia (BA) and Stanford (MBA), Erin has built a career advising top C-suite leaders across industries. A dancer at heart, she brings creativity to her role and enjoys weekends in Boston with her husband, their pup, and experimenting with new recipes.