Eric Trimble

About Eric Trimble

I’m a strategic program leader with a 20-year track record of helping teams thrive under…

Experience

1. In-country Team Lead, Middle East Region

   Trandes Corporation

   Jun 2019 — Present · San Diego, JO

   Cross-Cultural Leadership | Crisis Management | Strategic GrowthBuilt and led resilient, high-performing teams in high-stakes international environments, combining emotional intelligence, strategic agility, and crisis readiness to drive sustainable impact and regional expansion.• Drove 52% average annual growth over 5 years by designing and executing a strategic regional roadmap, aligning long-term vision with ground-level realities.• Led 13 staff through weekly coaching rhythms, cross-functional collaboration, and semi-annual training conferences to build resilience and performance under pressure.• Managed 5 simultaneous programs with full lifecycle accountability and 100% on-time execution, creatively optimizing limited resources in volatile environments.• Engaged 120+ stakeholders monthly—including staff, sponsors, senior leaders, and external partners—through consistent, clear communication and impact reporting.• Navigated 3 major crisis events (cybersecurity breach, war zone escalation, team evacuation) using a phased response plan to minimize disruption and maintain continuity.• Launched 2 startup operations in under 12 months by establishing systems, staffing, and region-specific business plans in unfamiliar cultural contexts.• Guided 4 functional leaders through a cross-cultural team development program to multiply leadership capacity and enhance team effectiveness in diverse environments.Led with clarity, empathy, and strategic focus to build lasting impact across borders, cultures, and crises.