“Jeff has become a ‘go-to person’ for me to discuss industry strategy and gain perspective,” said Jim Hieb, NSI CEO. “I am most impressed with his ability to ask questions beyond his own industry segment so that all members benefit. Jeff is extremely humble and will often describe himself as a simple ‘operations guy.’ That description couldn’t be farther from the truth – he is a gem!”

Beyond his board service, Erickson’s involvement has been impactful, serving as a champion for employee safety and building relationships with other associations, including the Rockheads Group, Stone Fabricator’s Alliance (SFA) and the International Surface Fabricators Association (ISFA). He is also serving his last year on NSI’s Gary Sinise Foundation R.I.S.E. committee. Erickson is a constant advocate of member needs. He consistently challenges the association to focus on how NSI helps members keep their employees safe, stay informed, utilize NSI programs to strengthen their businesses and employees, and provide networking opportunities to engage with both stone professionals and architects and designers.

Erickson has previously shared why he is so involved. “I wanted to ‘give back’ and be involved in a community outside our company’s environment/locale,” he said. “NSI represents the ‘soul of the business’ and you are exposed to stone professionals from other industry segments. NSI exposes you to a whole new world where you meet people you would not have met without NSI. You gain perspective on your own business when you learn about other people’s businesses. That is why I especially love NSI’s fall study tour, and the connections made at that event.” Erickson’s passion for NSI also comes out when you hear him tell fellow industry colleagues, “You can’t afford to not be a member.”