Erica Carpenter

Strategic operator and transformational leader with over a decade of experience driving operational excellence across manufacturing, federal, and educational sectors. Founder of Dalor C² and former General Manager at X-Mil Inc., Erica blends Lean manufacturing expertise, ISO 9001 compliance, and vendor governance with a deep commitment to empowering teams and delivering measurable outcomes. Known for facilitating Kaizen events, value stream mapping, and cross-functional collaboration, she thrives at the intersection of analytics, human connection, and mission-driven impact. As an adjunct professor in applied mathematics, she brings clarity and encouragement to learners, mentoring the next generation of problem-solvers. Based in Greater Cincinnati, Erica is energized by in-person engagement and passionate about building intuitive, user-centric solutions that drive inclusive economic development.

Erica Carpenter is a strategic operator and transformational leader with over a decade of experience spanning manufacturing, federal contracting, consulting, and education. As General Manager and Quality/Safety/Supply Chain Manager at X-Mil Inc., she led ISO 9001:2015 compliance, Lean manufacturing transformations, and vendor governance initiatives that improved operational resilience and audit readiness. Her federal service as a Contract Specialist with the Department of Defense sharpened her skills in risk mitigation, compliance, and stakeholder engagement across complex regulatory environments.

As the founder of Dalor C², Erica consults on operational excellence, vendor strategy, and analytics-driven decision-making, empowering small to mid-sized manufacturers and mission-driven organizations. She also serves as an adjunct professor in applied mathematics at the University of Cincinnati, where she mentors future problem-solvers and integrates real-world analytics into workforce development. Her work consistently blends technical rigor with human-centered leadership, driving measurable outcomes while fostering inclusive economic growth in the Greater Cincinnati region.

Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT), University of Cincinnati — with a focus on applied mathematics and workforce development. This advanced degree complements Erica’s extensive professional training in Lean manufacturing, ISO 9001 compliance, and analytics, equipping her to bridge technical rigor with human-centered instruction. As an adjunct professor, she leverages this foundation to mentor learners, design intuitive curricula, and translate complex concepts into actionable insights for industry and community impact.