Erik Shirey

Erik Shirey is the Company Owner and Program Director at Lotus Recovery Services, a mental health and substance abuse outpatient (IOP) facility located in Thousand Oaks, California.1 He has held this position since January 2023.1

Professional Background

Erik Shirey has an extensive career history in various leadership roles:

Previous Positions::

• Program Director / Director of Operations at The Heavenly Center (June 2022 - April 2023)
• Chief Executive Officer at International Merchant Solutions (September 2019 - June 2022)
• CEO / Owner at Exclusive Merchants (November 2011 - September 2019)1

Earlier Career::

• Strategic Partner at Eyenalyze (2013-2017)
• Campaign Director at TransFirst (July 2013 - November 2013)
• Co-Owner / Partner at Firehouse Bar & Grill (December 2011 - December 2012)
• Sr. E-Commerce Expert at AcceptSafe, LLC (August 2011 - August 2012)1

Military Service

Erik served in the US Navy from September 2005 to June 2009 as a Master at Arms 3rd Class Petty Officer, Section Boat Captain, and Armorer.1 He held a Secret Security Clearance during his service.1

Education

Erik Shirey's educational background includes:

• Business Law studies at San Diego Mesa College
• Professional, Technical, and Business Writing at Chapman University1

Skills and Expertise

Based on his professional history, Erik has expertise in:

• Business development
• Sales and marketing
• Program management
• Operations leadership
• Credit card processing and merchant services1

Erik Shirey is based in Santa Clarita, California, and has over 500 connections on LinkedIn.1