Eric Forgaard

As Civic Engagement and Public Outreach Specialist, Eric helps develop and implement strategies to engage diverse communities in a wide range of civic activities in San Mateo County.

As a member of the County's Communications team, Eric coordinates the Civics 101 program; helps recruit for boards and commissions; helps manage internal and external requests for information and produces written, photographic and graphic arts content as appropriate; helps plan conferences and events; and works on special projects.

Eric earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Humanities from San Francisco State University.