Terri Erickson, founder and principal of Kata Consulting, is a licensed structural engineer with a master's in engineering management. With over 25 years in the AEC Industry, she has on-the-job experience as a design engineer, engineering manager, and quality manager. She has also been implementing & enhancing Workflow Improving Systems for over a decade.

Terri excels at creating solutions for clients.  She connects them with service options and Kata Team Specialists who will add value and engage effectively to meet their goals.  She is dedicated to advancing the AEC Industry by increasing workflow efficiency, encouraging ongoing improvement, and optimizing team potential and satisfaction.

As a service specialist, Terri is exceptional at fostering meaningful client interactions often in unconventional ways.  She possesses an astute ability to eliminate inefficiencies, streamline workflows, and amplify value.  

Terri is also a certified Acquisition Integration Manager. She delivers this service with meticulous care, understanding the sensitive and significant transitional growth stage that teams undergo during acquisitions. Her approach enables her clients to lead a smooth integration process, fostering stability and confidence among team members as they navigate through these critical & turbulent changes.