Erik Poulsen is the former state Senator from Washington's 34th Legislative District, a district that includes West Seattle, Vashon Island, and most of Burien. He announced his resignation on 5 September 2007, to take effect at the beginning of October. He was replaced by Joe McDermott.
Poulsen now directs governmental relations for the Washington Public Utility District Association - WAPUDA.
Erik now lives in Olympia, WA with his dog, Charlie.