03/08/2026
In recognition of , NEDS celebrates NEDS Chief Administrative Officer, Ali Erickson.
“This August will mark my 17th year at NEDS! When I started – back when we were New England Organ Bank – we had 135 employees. We’re now at nearly 400 employees in 22 states dedicated to serving our communities through the gift of organ and tissue donation. Previously having spent most of my career in healthcare at both Mass General Hospital and St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center, NEOB was a great opportunity to continue my professional growth with a mission-driven non-profit. I continue to be impressed by the commitment and skill of our team who does this work, and am incredibly fortunate to be part of this organization that is saving and healing lives each day.”
“My career has centered on helping organizations achieve their missions by building an engaged workforce—one where people feel supported, valued, and continually developed. For those considering a career in HR, I recommend seeking roles that offer broad exposure to functions such as employee relations, recruitment, compensation, and training and development to help identify where your passion lies.”
Last year, Ali was announced as the President-Elect of the Association of Organ Procurement Organizations - AOPO which is the national nonprofit trade association that represents OPOs and leads the nation’s organ donation process through advocacy, education, innovation, and the sharing of best practices to advance donation and transplantation. “This June, I will assume the President role and transition from my “elect” position. I’ve been fortunate to have some strong female mentors who have helped me each step of the way, including Alex Glazier, President and CEO of NEDS, and Lisa Paolillo, Chief Legal Officer of NEDS. I look forward to partnering with OPO leaders nationally on ensuring our voice is heard, and our continued focus is on getting individuals off the waitlist for a life-saving organ.”
Today and every day, as a women-led organization, NEDS celebrates women trailblazers like Ali Erickson.
