Pioneer Strategies has welcomed Emma Ericksen as its new public relations assistant, according to a news release.

Ericksen recently graduated from the University of North Carolina Wilmington, where she earned her degree in communication studies with a focus in integrated marketing communication, according to the release.

“I’ve enjoyed working with Pioneer Strategies and am excited to be part of the team at an up-and-coming, growing firm,” Ericksen in the release. “I’ve learned a lot in a short amount of time, and I’m excited about the opportunity to continue utilizing my skills, education and work ethic to help our clients achieve their communication goals.”

Ericksen is a Greensboro native. She also interned with ALUNA paper & design, a papermaking studio in Wilmington.

“Emma Ericksen’s enthusiasm, creativity and attention to detail will further strengthen our ability to provide our clients with the responsive service they expect, said Frank Williams, president of Pioneer Strategies, in the release. “We are excited to welcome Emma to our team and look forward to a great future working with her.”