Erica Seaborne

Erica Seaborne advises nonprofit and philanthropic organizations on strategy, operations and regulatory compliance. As philanthropy services director and a member of Holland & Knight's Tax-Exempt Organizations and Philanthropy Team in New York, she works with charitable organizations, foundations and financial institutions nationwide to translate philanthropic goals into sustainable programs, governance structures and operating models.

Erica works with boards and organizational leaders to define mission and philanthropic priorities, strengthen governance and align programs and operations with state and federal regulatory requirements. She advises organizations ranging from private family foundations to billion-dollar donor-advised fund programs, helping clients evaluate program design, regulatory compliance, risk management, grantmaking strategies and the donor experience.

Erica also plays a central role in the Firm's charitable solicitation compliance practice. She helps organizations develop nationwide registration and compliance strategies tailored to their activities, resources and growth plans.

Erica's perspective reflects experience both inside charitable organizations and as an adviser to them. Before joining Holland & Knight, she advised nonprofit and tax-exempt organizations on tax-exempt status, corporate governance and philanthropic initiatives at another national law firm. Previously, she held senior nonprofit roles spanning fundraising, financial management and operations and helped oversee the administration of a large donor-advised fund.