Erica Privott

Erica Privott is a seasoned career and placement coach currently serving at Thrive Scholars since August 2022, focusing on core pathways and alumni support. With prior experience at Loyola Marymount University from 2017 to 2022 as Associate Director for Internships & STEM Professions and Assistant Director for Engineering, Science, & Tech Professions, Erica designed career programming and cultivated relationships within the academic community to enhance student professional growth. Additional roles include Assistant Director of Internships & Placement at the University of La Verne, Regional Recruitment Manager at City Year, and Program Coordinator at California NanoSystems Institute at UCLA, along with notable volunteer positions at GLAAD. Erica holds a Master’s degree in Higher Education Administration from Loyola Marymount University and a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Thiel College.