Sirena White-Singleton
My Sister’s House has named Ericka Plater (pictured), an executive strategist, certified organizational leadership coach and nonprofit executive, as interim chief executive officer, effective Aug. 26. Plater will work alongside the organization’s staff and board to advance its mission on behalf of survivors while the board conducts a search for a permanent CEO.
For 45 years, My Sister’s House has served the Lowcountry by providing support, resources and advocacy for survivors of domestic violence and their families. The organization remains committed to helping individuals move toward safety, stability and a future free from abuse while strengthening awareness and prevention efforts throughout the community. Plater’s leadership will provide continuity as My Sister’s House continues its work and prepares for its next chapter.
“Ericka brings deep experience, thoughtful leadership and a clear understanding of what it means to lead a mission-driven organization,” said Mary Nemeth, director of development at My Sister’s House. “Our focus remains where it has always been: on survivors and ensuring they have access to the support, resources and services they need. We are excited to welcome Ericka and confident in the leadership and perspective she brings as we look toward the future of My Sister’s House.”
As CEO of GroundWell Collective, Plater leads a strategy, leadership and organizational development practice that helps mission-driven organizations strengthen their capacity for sustainable impact. She works with nonprofit executives, leadership teams and boards to strengthen strategy, governance, leadership and organizational culture while keeping mission and community at the center of their work.
Plater brings more than 30 years of experience across nonprofit leadership, philanthropy, public education, health care, public health, social justice and community development. Her career spans executive leadership, governance, coaching and strategic advisory roles with national networks and grassroots organizations.
“It is an honor to support My Sister’s House at such an important moment,” Plater said. “The organization has built decades of trust, and I have tremendous respect for the staff, board, partners and supporters who make that work possible. My role is not to disrupt what’s working but to provide thoughtful leadership that ensures the mission — and the survivors and families at the heart of it — continue to guide every decision we make.”
The My Sister’s House Board of Directors is conducting a search for the organization’s permanent chief executive officer.
To learn more about My Sister’s House, visit mysistershouse.org or follow the organization on Facebook, Instagram (@mysistershouseinc) and LinkedIn.