Erica Larson has been with the firm for over 24 years, starting as the first interior design intern in 2001, and then the company’s first female and youngest owner in 2014.

As Pope Design Group’s first female President, Erica leads the firm’s executive team and oversees business operations. She manages the Healthcare studio and Business Development and Marketing departments, leading strategic planning and programming for healthcare and corporate clients.

Growing up with both of her parents working for a major general contractor, Erica has spent most of her life around construction and design, and her passion for it continues to grow. She values her work because she understands how significantly a person can be affected by their physical surroundings, and she takes great joy in positively impacting people’s lives through her work.

Erica is also passionate about sustainable environments and educating others about their possibilities and importance.

In her free time, Erica enjoys community volunteering, traveling and exploring new places, taking naps, and spoiling her German Shepherd, Henry, and the world’s best cat, Frederick.

Erica is an Architect (WI), Certified Interior Designer (MN), Certified Healthcare Interior Designer through the AAHID, Evidence-Based Design Accredited and Certified through the Center of Health Design, and a LEED Accredited Professional. Erica is on the Minnesota Board of AELSLAGID (2020-2024) and is a former Director on the PrairieCare Child & Family Fund Board.