Overview
Erin Cummings, serial entrepreneur, author, and angel investor, has launched her latest business: 鈥攁 semi-fine jewelry brand reflecting resilience, authenticity, and empowerment. Named after the middle names of her children, the brand celebrates storytelling through wearable symbols of courage and intention.
A proud Barton School alumna, Cummings earned a bachelor鈥檚 in business administration with an emphasis in real estate in 2009. Joining the Dean鈥檚 Alumni Advisory Board in 2020, she assumed the presidency in 2022. Under her leadership, the board has strengthened partnerships and expanded outreach, positively impacting students, alumni, and the community.
In addition to her leadership, Cummings has championed programs that prepare students for success. One such initiative, the Student Managed Investment Fund (SMIF), was made possible by a $250,000 gift from Erin and her husband, Kyle. The program, established in 2023, empowers students with real-world experience managing financial portfolios. This forward-thinking initiative equips participants with critical decision-making skills and a competitive edge in the industry.
Beyond her contributions to the Barton School, Erin is also the author of The Possibility Project: A Guided Journal for Creating What鈥檚 Possible. She celebrated its launch in 2023 with a keynote presentation at Woolsey Hall, further showcasing her dedication to empowering others through creativity and intention.
Erin currently lives in Houston, Texas with her husband and two kids. She is a passionate advocate for women, mothers, and entrepreneurs who are overcoming the stress of living from expectations and into burnout. She guides them toward their YES for creating success through simple practices and courageous action.