Erik Cooke
Erik Cooke is a highly experienced professional with expertise in grant development, research, government relations, and political science. He holds a Master of Arts in Comparative Political Science from American University and a Bachelor of Arts in Government and International Politics from George Mason University. Over the years, he has held various positions in different organizations, including Senior Director of Grant Development and Research at Easterseals, Independent Consultant, Lecturer in the Philosophy Department at American University, and Senior Director of Government Relations at Feed the Children. He has also served as the Delegation Faculty Advisor for Foreign Affairs at the International Scholar Laureate Program and researched at American University.
With a diverse professional background that includes work in the government, non-profit, and education sectors, Erik Cooke has developed a broad skill set that includes grants management, research, policy analysis, advocacy, and community outreach. At Easterseals, he manages the grant development and research team and oversees the grant writing processes for the organization. During his time as an independent consultant, he provided services such as grant writing, fundraising strategies, and public policy analysis to various clients.
In summary, Erik Cooke is a knowledgeable and accomplished professional with extensive experience in grant development, research, and government relations.
