Originally from Winters, Texas, Erik Bernal, now based in San Antonio, is a devoted husband to Heidi Bernal and father to five daughters. Graduating with honors from the University of Tennessee in 2003 with a B.S. in Logistics and a minor in Marketing, Erik commenced his career with Accenture in Atlanta, serving as an information technology consultant for SunTrust Bank and the State of North Carolina. Transitioning to Schindler Elevator in New Orleans in 2004, his trajectory altered with Hurricane Katrina's impact in 2005, igniting his passion for water quality. Since then, he has navigated roles across the Central U.S., eventually securing an exclusive contract with GE Water and Pentair Water Filtration for San Antonio in 2007. Expanding his reach across Texas, Colorado, New Mexico, Florida, Nevada, and soon the Southeast, his company, Elite Water Systems, specializes in water and air quality solutions for residential, commercial, and marine sectors. Transitioning his focus to total home wellness since 2016, Bernal has positioned his organization as a leader in providing environmentally conscious and pandemic-prepared solutions, collaborating with over 60 top home builders. Outside his professional endeavors, he cherishes family time, indulging in travel and sports events.