--- title: Erica Salm Rench FAQ | Growth AI Speaker & Executive Coach description: Find answers about Erica Salm Rench, her Growth AI keynotes, executive coaching, speaking topics, awards, media inquiries, and new Growth AI venture. --- [![Square ESR Logo](https://ericasalmrench.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Square%20ESR%20Logo.png?width=75&height=75&name=Square%20ESR%20Logo.png) Erica Salm Rench](https://ericasalmrench.com/?hsLang=en) ☰ × - [About](https://ericasalmrench.com/about-us) - [Speaking](https://ericasalmrench.com/speaking) - [AI Exec Coaching](https://ericasalmrench.com/coaching) - [Hubspot](https://ericasalmrench.com/hubspot-ai-optimization-associations) [Connect with Erica](https://meetings-na2.hubspot.com/erica-rench?uuid=6d38dd7b-65ea-4fbc-bf4f-629fbebd5d51) FAQ # Frequently asked questions. Everything people usually ask about Erica, her speaking, Nola AI Executive Coaching, and what's coming next. ## General #### Who is Erica Salm Rench? Erica is a Growth AI keynote speaker, as well as growth advisor and coach, who has delivered more than 300 talks on growth marketing AI. She's the 2026 AWTC Technology Leadership Award Recipient, and previously served as COO of rasa.io and CMO of Sidecar. She has been harnessing the power of technology to grow organizations for nearly two decades. #### What does Erica specialize in? Growth and Marketing AI: helping organizations and their leaders use technology to cut through the noise, earn attention, and turn that attention into measurable growth. #### Where is Erica based? New Orleans, Louisiana. She speaks and works with executives all over the world looking to harness the power of emerging technology in order to grow their organizations. #### Has Erica won any awards? Yes; she is the 2026 AWTC Technology Leadership Award Recipient, recognized for her leadership and impact helping organizations use AI and other emerging tech to grow. ## Speaking #### What topics does Erica speak on? Her three signature talks are "Cutting Through the Noise: Growth AI and the New Battle for Attention," "The Marketer's AI Toolkit: Practical Tools, Real Results," and "From Automation to Amplification: Building a Growth Engine with AI." All are customizable to your audience. #### Is Erica available for virtual events? Yes. Erica speaks both in person and virtually, depending on your event format. #### Does Erica travel for keynotes? Yes, Erica travels nationally for keynotes, workshops, and executive retreats. #### Can talks be customized for our audience? Yes — every signature talk can be tailored in length, depth, and examples to fit your industry and audience. #### Does Erica offer workshops in addition to keynotes? Yes. Beyond keynotes, Erica leads hands-on workshops, executive retreats, and board presentations. #### How do I book Erica to speak? Use the [**Connect with Erica**](https://meetings-na2.hubspot.com/erica-rench?uuid=6d38dd7b-65ea-4fbc-bf4f-629fbebd5d51)link to grab time on her calendar and share your event details.. ## The Growth AI Venture #### What is the new Growth AI venture Erica is building? Details are still under wraps, but it's a company designed to help organizations earn more of the attention that drives real growth, built on everything Erica has learned scaling growth and AI-driven marketing for others. #### When will it launch? No official launch date yet. The early-access list is the best way to hear first. #### How do I get early access? Join the list on the **[homepage](https://246977922.hs-sites-na2.com/7dea362b-3fac-3e00-956a-4952a3d4f474/index.html?hsLang=en#growth-venture)** to learn about the launch and sign up for additional updates. ## Nola AI Executive Coaching #### What's the difference between coaching and a keynote? A keynote is a single presentation to a larger audience. Coaching is an ongoing, one-on-one relationship built around your specific role and goals. #### How long does a coaching engagement typically last? Engagements run on a recurring cadence that fits your calendar; most clients start with a working discovery session, then continue on a monthly or biweekly rhythm for 6-12 months. #### Can coaching scale to my whole team? Yes. Some coaching relationships expand into team-wide growth, marketing, and operational initiatives. ## Media & Booking #### How can media reach Erica? Use the **[Connect with Erica](https://246977922.hs-sites-na2.com/7dea362b-3fac-3e00-956a-4952a3d4f474/index.html?hsLang=en#connect)** link for press and media inquiries. #### Where can I find Erica's bio and headshot? Visit the **[About](https://246977922.hs-sites-na2.com/7dea362b-3fac-3e00-956a-4952a3d4f474/about.html?hsLang=en)** page for her full bio, career timeline, and photos. #### What's the best way to get in touch? The **[Connect with Erica](https://meetings-na2.hubspot.com/erica-rench?uuid=6d38dd7b-65ea-4fbc-bf4f-629fbebd5d51)**button on any page links to her meeting scheduler. ## Still have a question? Reach out directly — Erica reads every message. [Connect with Erica →](https://meetings-na2.hubspot.com/erica-rench?uuid=6d38dd7b-65ea-4fbc-bf4f-629fbebd5d51) In the Press ## Recognized in New Orleans ![ai-session-idea-village-erica-salm-rench-neworleans](https://ericasalmrench.com/hs-fs/hubfs/ai-session-idea-village-erica-salm-rench-neworleans.jpg?width=534&height=800&name=ai-session-idea-village-erica-salm-rench-neworleans.jpg) ![biz-new-orleans-500-erica-salm-rench](https://ericasalmrench.com/hs-fs/hubfs/biz-new-orleans-500-erica-salm-rench.jpg?width=640&height=800&name=biz-new-orleans-500-erica-salm-rench.jpg) [![Square ESR Logo](https://ericasalmrench.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Square%20ESR%20Logo.png?width=150&height=150&name=Square%20ESR%20Logo.png) Erica Salm Rench](https://ericasalmrench.com/?hsLang=en) Growth AI keynote speaker & growth advisor. - [About](https://ericasalmrench.com/about-us) - [Speaking](https://ericasalmrench.com/speaking) - [Nola AI Exec Coaching](https://ericasalmrench.com/coaching) - [FAQ](https://ericasalmrench.com/faq) © Erica Salm Rench LLC New Orleans, LA ```json { "@context" : "https://schema.org", "@id" : "https://ericasalmrench.com/#person", "@type" : "Person", "award" : "2026 AWTC Technology Leadership Award", "description" : "Erica Salm Rench has spent over a decade helping organizations stand out in a crowded digital world through strategic marketing, digital transformation, and AI-driven innovation. 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