Erin Skinner

Erin A. Skinner is a native Washingtonian, arts advocate, and legal and administrative professional with nearly 20 years of experience in the legal field. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with a focus in Economics from Trinity Washington University and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Maryland Global Campus. She also holds certifications in LEED, Project Management, and Community Recreation.

Erin’s connection to Dance Place began in 1988 as a youth. Over the years, she participated in programs, classes, volunteered in various capacities, and became involved in nearly every aspect of the organization before joining the Board of Directors in 2016. She served as Interim Executive Director in 2022 and is currently serving as Interim Executive Director during this important period of transition.

Dance remains both a passion and hobby for Erin. Her two sons also participated in Dance Place programming beginning at age four.

Erin is passionate about the transformative power of the arts and is committed to ensuring that affordable, high-quality arts programming remains accessible to youth and families while helping Dance Place move confidently into its next chapter.