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Meet Erica Colahan-Ruggieri, Founder
With 25 years of experience—from biopharma startups to international firms—Erica provides elite, affordable bookkeeping and digital marketing services for startups that you can trust. Erica handles the heavy lifting of AP/AR, reconciliations, and financial reporting to ensure your books are audit-ready. Once your foundation is solid, she leverages Google & HubSpot certifications to help your business find its voice through effective digital marketing strategies.
As a mother of five, award-winning author, and dedicated professional, Erica understands the "hustle" because she lives it. She’s here to give you back your time by balancing your books and your brand with the same care she gives her own.
Erica knows how much your business means to you and will give it the attention it deserves with digital marketing and bookkeeping solutions tailored for you. If you're searching for fractional bookkeeping packages or digital marketing solutions, look no further.
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A Career Built on Results
25 Years of Industry Experience
Erica Colahan-Ruggieri has built a career on the foundation of financial accuracy. From scaling the finance departments of biopharma startups from the ground up to managing international accounts for large-scale organizations in retail and the non-profit sector, she has navigated the complexities of diverse industries with meticulous care.
The Creative Pivot
A QuickBooks Online expert by trade, Erica’s path took a creative turn in 2024 following the publication of her award-winning debut novel, The Oystercatcher of Southwark. After successfully managing the end-to-end digital marketing for her own book—including website design, SEO, and targeted email campaigns—she discovered a passion for the "other side" of the ledger.
Where Precision Meets Growth
Today, through The Digital Ledger Co., Erica merges decades of fiscal discipline with modern marketing strategy. Backed by certifications in Google Ads, Google Analytics, and HubSpot Email Marketing, she provides small businesses and startups with the unique advantage of a partner who understands both their bottom line and their brand's potential.
QuickBooks ProAdvisor
As a certified QuickBooks ProAdvisor, Erica ensures your books are accurate, organized, and ready for tax season or investor review.
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Beyond the Books
Erica lives in the Philadelphia region with her large family. She relies on copious amounts of coffee to keep up with her busy offspring while managing a demanding professional schedule and pursuing her hobbies. When not balancing the books or auditing a website, Erica fills her time with kayaking, reading, and creative writing. You can find her award-winning historical fiction on her website. www.ericacolahan.com
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