Erin Thorkilsen is an educator of children and adults, presenter, and founder of Heart in Education, LLC. She is an adjunct professor of education at the University of Rhode Island and a recognized leader and teacher in the well-being and mindfulness fields. She has been invited to present at the CAIS Learning Series, the Reflective Teacher Podcast, the WellBeing Network Podcast, Explain it to Me Like a Ten Year Old, and the Mindfulness in Education Conference in 2017 and 2018. Her foundation is 20 years as a classroom teacher and teacher and parent educator, including being awarded the "Goldenheim Award for Excellence in Teaching." Erin is also a 20 year yoga and mindfulness instructor, leading yoga teacher trainings, workshops, and international retreats for adults.