Ericka L. Mcknight is a mother of three, a philanthropist, a multi-award winning international bestselling author, keynote speaker, and CEO of ELM Realty Firm, with over 17 years of real estate experience. She is also the CEO of ELM School of Real Estate, LLC and is currently running for Mayor of Waxhaw, NC.
Ericka has obtained numerous awards including 2019 Philanthropist of the Year, Humanitarian of The Year, NAACP Honoree, along with multiple Author of the Year and Entrepreneur of the Year awards. This womaneur has been featured in “Pride Magazineâ€, “The Huffington Postâ€, “ELLEâ€, “Courageous Womanâ€, “Humani Magazine†and many more. Her latest record-breaking book, “Silence The Noise†from her “Un-installing Negativity†trilogy, is inspired by her best friend, who suffered from an abusive marriage, has captured the attention of the NAACP and mental health advocates.
The philanthropist’s passion is to bring out the best in each and every individual she encounters in spite of their experiences. God has a plan and a purpose for your pain, and Ericka L. McKnight chooses to use her pain to empower, enrich and educate others. Meet Ericka below.
Fancy: How would you describe your swagher? What makes Ericka, Ericka?
Ericka: My triumphs and defeats along with God, friends, and family.
Fancy: Congratulations, you are running for mayor! What inspired your decision to run?
Ericka: It was God inspired but initiated by the people in my city. Change around the world is necessary, and it’s important that we answer the call God has placed on our lives.
Fancy: What fuels your philanthropy?
Ericka: The need for exceptional leadership, compassion for others and a way to give back. I realize the more selfless acts I perform, the more humble and fulfilled I remain.
Fancy: Please share a little about your Un-Installing Negativity trilogy?
Ericka: “Silence the Noise†and the Un-installing Negativity trilogy speaks to the people, places and things, such as the labels people may call us, devastating situations, or familiar places of heartache, that once or still have the ability to negatively impact our lives. We discuss how to overcome those challenges.
Fancy: From your research and your friend’s experiences, what type of toll does domestic violence play on one’s mental health?
Ericka: It can encompass the individual as a whole by crippling and handicapping the individual(s) from living a successful life. Domestic violence leaves most people hopeless and helpless, questioning whether they have a place here on earth. God never intended for anyone to be abused.
Fancy: Do you mind sharing two tips for identifying signs of an unhealthy relationship?
Ericka: Sure, never date a narcissist. They will manipulate you and disassociate you from all of your family and friends. Beware of being second throughout dating or during your relationship, meaning everyone and everything else comes first.
Fancy: From your work, do you have any suggestions on how domestic violence or the survivors of abuse can be handled?
Ericka: Yes, just be a listening ear and a judgment-free zone. Handle them with kitten gloves, keeping in mind they have already been through trauma. Have available several resources of different types to refer as future tools.
Connect with her below.
Website: www.silencethenoiseelm.com
Website: www.elmschoolofrealestate.com
Facebook: E. Mcknight- Silence the Noise
Meet Ericka in Charlotte this weekend for the second leg of the Crazy Like a Fox tour.
