Erika Estrada

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Erika Estrada

Nonpartisan

Elections and appointments

Last election

November 30, 2021

Education

Bachelor's

Albany State University, 2005

Graduate

Emory University Goizueta Business School, 2011

Personal

Profession

Certified public accountant

Contact

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Erika Estrada ran for election to the Atlanta City Council to represent District 3 in Georgia. She lost in the general runoff election on November 30, 2021.

Estrada completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2021. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Estrada's professional experience includes working as a certified public accountant, corporate consultant, and product manager. She earned a bachelor's degree from Albany State University in 2005 and a graduate degree from Emory University Goizueta Business School in 2011.

Estrada has been affiliated with the following organizations:

• Initiative for Affordable Housing,
• Historic Hills CDC
• Ladies of Favor Mentoring Program and Academy
• Atlanta Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc

Elections

2021

See also: City elections in Atlanta, Georgia (2021)

General runoff election

General runoff election for Atlanta City Council District 3

Byron Amos defeated Erika Estrada in the general runoff election for Atlanta City Council District 3 on November 30, 2021.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Byron Amos (Nonpartisan)	50.8	1,464
		Erika Estrada (Nonpartisan)	49.2	1,419

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 2,883
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General election

General election for Atlanta City Council District 3

The following candidates ran in the general election for Atlanta City Council District 3 on November 2, 2021.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Byron Amos (Nonpartisan)	32.9	1,100
✔		Erika Estrada (Nonpartisan)	25.2	844
		Keona Jones (Nonpartisan)	17.2	575
	Submit photo	Elijah Porter (Nonpartisan)	10.2	341
	Submit photo	Brandon Graham (Nonpartisan)	10.0	335
	Submit photo	Ken Wainwright (Nonpartisan)	4.2	140
		Other/Write-in votes	0.4	12

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 3,347
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2019

See also: City elections in Atlanta, Georgia (2019)

General runoff election

Special general runoff election for Atlanta City Council District 3

Antonio Brown defeated Byron Amos in the special general runoff election for Atlanta City Council District 3 on April 16, 2019.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Antonio Brown (Nonpartisan)	53.3	670
		Byron Amos (Nonpartisan)	46.7	588

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 1,258
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General election

Special general election for Atlanta City Council District 3

The following candidates ran in the special general election for Atlanta City Council District 3 on March 19, 2019.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Byron Amos (Nonpartisan)	23.4	359
✔		Antonio Brown (Nonpartisan)	19.3	296
		Greg Clay (Nonpartisan)	19.1	293
	Submit photo	Shalise Young (Nonpartisan)	10.8	165
	Submit photo	Jabari Simama (Nonpartisan)	9.9	152
		Mesha Mainor (Nonpartisan)	8.2	125
	Submit photo	Matthew Charles Cardinale (Nonpartisan)	4.7	72
		Erika Estrada (Nonpartisan)	3.3	51
		Ricky Brown (Nonpartisan)	1.2	18

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source 1 Source 2	Total votes: 1,531
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Patricia Crayton (Nonpartisan)

Campaign themes

2021

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Erika Estrada completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2021. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Estrada's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Erika D. Estrada is a long-time community advocate and business leader. As the daughter of two former U.S. Marines, Erika credits her lifelong core values of leadership, integrity, resilience and inclusiveness to her parents and family.

While involved with dozens of community-serving organizations and initiatives over the last two decades, Erika currently works with organizations that tackle tough problems including affordable housing and homelessness, small business development and community empowerment. She serves on the board of directors of Initiative for Affordable Housing, Historic Hills CDC, and Ladies of Favor Mentoring Program and Academy. She is also a Fulton County CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) and active member of the Atlanta Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.

By profession, Erika is a CPA (Certified Public Accountant) and accomplished business professional with leadership experience in corporate finance, strategy, management consulting and product management leadership roles. Erika is also a small business owner, having launched her own accounting and finance services company - AccuLedger.

Erika is a graduate of Albany State University and Emory University’s Goizueta Business School (MBA).

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• Better Quality of Life for District 3 - From public safety and wellness to transportation improvements to creating more affordable housing options, I will use my term to create meaningful changes in the quality of life for District 3 residents.
• Build a Stronger, More United District 3 and City of Atlanta - Now more than ever, we need leadership that will bring our communities together to solve the problems we're facing. I am committed to making sure that all of our residents and stakeholders have a seat at the table to build relationships that tackle our toughest issues.
• Public Safety & Wellness - All District 3 and City of Atlanta residents deserve to feel safe and be well in their homes and anywhere else in our city. I look forward to hands-on work with my District 3 community residents, our first responders , business community and legislators on innovative, tangible solutions and partnerships to help our community feel safe now and in the long-term.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I am personally passionate about Criminal Justice, Education, Human Rights and Economic public policy.

What qualities does this office possess that makes it a unique and important part of the state government and legal system?

Municipal offices, such as this one, have the unique power to directly impact the day-to-day quality of lives of constituents and stakeholders.

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

I look up to my mother, Barbara. She's the hard working, selfless, caring and intelligent. I try to follow her example in my work ethic, commitment to my family and community and as a mother.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Integrity, inclusiveness and independence.

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

I am a collaborator, which requires being able to listen but also being assertive in bringing the right people and ideas together to move them forward. I am also assertive, a problem-solver and possess a heart for serving others.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

The core responsibilities should be to show up for your constituents in the community and at City Hall and to be their voice, acting in their best interest at all times.

What legacy would you like to leave?

I would like for the people of District 3 to remember my time in office, if elected, as one where they felt heard, seen and valued. I also want them to be able to point to tangible changes in their quality of life and neighborhoods that happened as a result of me serving them.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

The first historical event that happened in my lifetime that I remember paying attention to and feeling impacted by was the horrific beating of Rodney King by LAPD officers in 1991. I was 6 years old at the time.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

My very first job was in retail. I sold sneakers at a regional shoe store. I worked there for over a year while in high school.

What is your favorite book? Why?

"Decoded" by Jay-Z. He's one of my favorite artists, so I love this book because it gives insight into some of his personal thoughts behind the iconic lyrics.

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

Stevie Wonder's "As"

What is something that has been a struggle in your life?

Always wanting to help everyone I can!

Are there any little-known powers or responsibilities held by this office that you believe more people should be aware of?

The power to work with communities and neighborhoods to introduce legislation directly from voters and stakeholders.

Do you believe that it's beneficial for holders of this office to have previous experience in government or politics?

While it can always be helpful, I don't think it needs to be a requirement nor is it an indicator of success.

What kind of skills or expertise do you believe would be the most helpful for the holders of this office to possess?

It would be helpful for holders of this office to have experience working with various stakeholder groups such as neighborhood associations, first responders, current legislators, the business community and individuals and families across the spectrum - income, careers, education levels, etc.

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2019

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