Erin Wile

About Erin Wile

I am the co-founder of Make Space, where I help businesses cultivate inclusive, thriving environments through customized wellness programs. With over two decades in the film production industry, I combine business acumen with my passion for healing and social justice to design programs that drive organizational success by fostering well-being and leadership development.As a co-founder of the Production Workers Guild, I’ve led initiatives aimed at transforming the production industry through equity training and worker advocacy. Our work impacts over commercial production workers, creating safer, more equitable workplaces.My life’s work revolves around guiding individuals and organizations through mindful and empowering journeys of transformation. Whether in corporate settings or working one-on-one with clients, my goal is to help people discover their own ability to heal and thrive.I welcome connections with business leaders and those interested in learning more about how we can collaborate for meaningful growth and change.

Experience

1. Co-founder of Production Workers Guild, Local 111

   Production Workers Guild

   Oct 2021 — Present

   Co-founded the Production Workers Guild to lead restorative transformation in the commercial production industry through the advancement of workers\' rights. By identifying the industry\'s shortcomings through a social justice lens, we address the comprehensive needs of production workers. Our mission is rooted in five guiding principles: Democracy, Unbiased Accountability, Sustainability, Collective Transformation, and Equity.Working alongside IATSE, we aim to establish a national union for commercial production workers, ensuring access to fair labor protections, career mobility, and safe, sustainable working environments. Our efforts cover positions across the industry, from Production Assistants to Line Producers, ensuring all workers receive the respect, recognition, and rights they deserve.Achievements:•Established the TEP Committee, which provided training in equity, bias, and conflict resolution, fostering safer and more productive working conditions.•Led training sessions impacting thousands of workers, resulting in improved workplace inclusivity and reduced conflict.•Negotiated initiatives that improved working conditions for production workers, contributing to higher retention rates and overall worker satisfaction.•Advocated for equitable leadership opportunities, empowering workers who are often overlooked for leadership roles, creating a more dynamic and diverse industry.

Education

• Ohio University

  BVC

  1989 — 1994