Eryka Washington Perry Joins IAAPA as Director of Global Communications

	Eryka Washington Perry

IAAPA welcomes Eryka Washington Perry as its director of global communications. Bringing a wealth of expertise and a proven track record of success, Washington Perry joins IAAPA from her distinguished role as director of communications for The Central Florida Tourism Oversight District. There, she led comprehensive communication strategies, managed high-pressure media scenarios, and implemented impactful crisis management protocols. She also played a pivotal role in fostering diversity and inclusion within the district.

Prior to her tenure at the District, Washington Perry served as a respected spokesperson and communications director at The Office for the Florida State Attorney's Ninth Judicial Circuit, where she navigated sensitive issues and led the communication and public records management team.

With over a decade of distinguished on-air reporting and news anchoring experience at two top tier Orlando news stations, Graham Media Group CBS affiliate WKMG News 6 and Hearst television NBC affiliate WESH 2 News, Washington Perry's transition to strategic communications leadership has been marked by excellence. Her accolades, including an Emmy award for journalism, underscore her commitment to excellence and her ability to thrive in dynamic environments.

Beyond her professional achievements, Washington Perry is a passionate advocate for underrepresented communities, earning recognition such as the City of Orlando's Citizenship Award and the Women's Executive Council award for Best in Communication. She remains actively engaged in organizations like the National Association of Black Journalists and the Public Relations Society of America, leveraging her platform to empower and uplift others. Eryka currently serves as president-elect of the Central Florida Women's League and a board member for TGI-Girls Empowerment Program.

In her new role at IAAPA, Washington Perry will continue to drive forward the association's mission of fostering collaboration, excellence, and safety within the global attraction's community.