Hi! I’m Erin Coles — a fractional executive and operations leader who helps mission-driven organizations grow with clarity, compassion, and purpose.

I currently serve as Head of Operations at birthFUND, founded by journalist, author, and host Elaine Welteroth, and as Executive Director at the Million Dollar Women Fund, founded by entrepreneur and business coach Julia Pimsleur. In both roles, I work closely with visionary founders to shape strategy, lead lean, high-performing teams, and build the systems that allow meaningful work to truly thrive. My approach is entrepreneurial, collaborative, and deeply hands-on — because in small, fast-moving teams, I believe everyone rolls up their sleeves (myself included 🙂).

I’m especially passionate about two areas that feel close to my heart: advancing female entrepreneurship and improving maternal health. As an entrepreneur for 15+ years, I know firsthand the emotional, financial, and logistical realities of building something from the ground up — and I care deeply about ensuring women founders get the support they deserve. I also bring lived experience to my work in maternal health, having navigated pregnancy and early parenthood while juggling limited resources and a complicated health journey. Earlier in my life, I was diagnosed with an autoimmune condition that shifted my perspective entirely — teaching me gratitude, resilience, and empathy that I carry into every space I lead.