Erica Mattson is responsible for developing and implementing plans for Calgary Arts Development's corporate communications as well as leading initiatives to raise awareness of Calgary's dynamic arts scene and cultural achievements, locally and across the country. Erica has a Master of Arts in Communications from Royal Roads University and a BA in English from the University of Victoria. Prior to her role at Calgary Arts Development Erica served as a communications advisor for The City of Calgary, specializing in the areas of media relations and internal and external communications, and she has also worked for several years in communications, marketing and development roles for BC arts organizations including the Victoria Symphony, the Victoria Literary Arts Festival and Intrepid Theatre Company.