Erin Reed serves as the Director of RecoveryOhio, leading the state’s efforts to improve mental health and substance use treatment, expand access to recovery services, and promote cross-agency collaboration. Prior to this role, Erin was the Assistant Policy Director for Criminal Justice and Public Safety in the Office of Governor Mike DeWine, where she advocated on behalf of state government, guided policy implementation, and assessed the impact of policy decisions.

With more than 20 years of state service, Erin has held key leadership positions in public safety and criminal justice. As the Law Enforcement Initiative Project Coordinator for the Ohio Department of Public Safety, she managed the development and execution of data-driven programs. She also led the State Board of Pharmacy’s efforts related to the Ohio Medical Marijuana Control Program.

Erin spent 12 years at the Ohio Attorney General’s Office, beginning her career as a forensic scientist with the Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) while attending law school. After earning her law degree, she defended state criminal convictions in federal court, served as legal counsel to BCI, and later became BCI’s Director of Administration.

Erin’s diverse experience in law enforcement, policy, and public health informs her leadership at RecoveryOhio as she works to strengthen Ohio’s response to addiction and mental health challenges.