Erika Higgins is running for the Board of Selectmen to be a leader who delivers. She considers herself a problem solver and a doer. She’s committed to being responsive and taking on the issues that matter most to Orange residents.

Erika has a history of volunteering and providing leadership in our community through serving as an officer of multiple PTO’s and volunteering for her three kids activities. Having served for more than 23 years in the Healthcare field, she considers herself to be a near professional listener. 

Erika’s Experience

• Director Payer Contracts for Amerita Home Infusion

• BA in Communication Sciences, University of Connecticut

• Active mom of children in the Orange and Amity School Systems

• Past Co-Vice President of Peck Place PTO

• Past Co-President of MLT PTO

• Current and past volunteer for numerous activities including Cub Scouts, Orange Little League, and many more

• 15 Year Orange Resident 

Erika’s Awards and Recognition

• Executive Leadership Award 2018, BioScrip Home Infusion

• National Leadership Council Award Winner 2005 & 2006, Vitas Innovative Hospice Care

• National Employee Recognition Award Winner “Bringing New Brand to New Markets” 2005

• Sales Award for Nursing Home Patient Advocacy 2015 Seasons Hospice and Palliative Care

MEDIA

• Orange is a Town Worth Investing In (page 4)

• Erika Higgins Introduction Video

• Erika Higgins - Speaks at Board of Selectman Meeting - about the Pride flag and why the theft of Orange's flag is deeply troubling.