Trevor Turner

About Trevor Turner

I am an International Development & Public Service professional with a passion for…

Experience

1. Vice President of International Programs & Development

   Starkey Hearing Foundation

   Mar 2025 — Present · Eden Prairie, MN, US

   As Vice President of Programs & Development at Starkey Hearing Foundation, I lead global initiatives that bring access to hearing healthcare to underserved communities worldwide. With a strategic focus on education, training, and sustainable program development, I oversee the design, implementation, and evaluation of impactful initiatives that empower individuals and strengthen healthcare infrastructures.I am deeply committed to building and expanding scalable programs that address the unique challenges of hearing healthcare in developing countries. A key part of my role is leveraging AI-driven database management to enhance program efficiency, track impact, and improve access to care. I also work closely with local partners, governments, and NGOs to ensure our programs align with community needs and global best practices.Key Contributions & Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership: Developing and executing comprehensive strategies that align with Starkey Hearing Foundation’s mission. Program Innovation: Leading the creation of a scalable, AI-powered database to optimize program effectiveness. Impact-Driven Growth: Establishing robust monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL) systems to measure program success. Global Partnership Development: Strengthening collaborations with local governments, NGOs, and international stakeholders. Championing Hearing Healthcare: Managing a global network of SHI Champions in Zambia and the Philippines, ensuring they continue to drive impact in their communities. Advocacy & Thought Leadership: Representing SHF at international forums, advocating for sustainable hearing healthcare solutions. With a deep passion for international development and health equity, I work to expand access, drive systemic change, and create lasting impact for those with hearing loss. My leadership is rooted in a commitment to sustainability, innovation, and empowering communities to take ownership of their hearing healthcare.

Education

• University of Denver - Josef Korbel School of International Studies

  Master of Arts (M.A.)

  2012 — 2015

• University of Missouri-Columbia

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

  2006 — 2010

• Humphrey School of Public Affairs

  Hubert Humphrey Policy Fellowship

  2021 — 2022

Skills

• Non-Profit Development
• Program Management
• Non-Governmental Organizations (Ngos)
• Research
• Non-Profit Volunteering
• Nonprofit Organizations
• Program Evaluation
• Social Media
• International Development
• International Project Management
• Microsoft Office
• Public Health
• Training & Development
• Event Planning
• Non-Profit Leadership
• Training
• International Political Economy
• Volunteer Management
• Politics
• Community Outreach
• Community Development
• Microsoft Powerpoint
• Stata
• Nonprofits
• Teaching English as a Foreign Language
• Foreign Policy
• Youth Development
• Volunteering
• Qualitative Research
• Non-Profits Organizations
• Economic Development
• Political Campaigns
• Non-Profit Consulting
• Microsoft Excel
• Editing
• Public Relations
• Leadership
• Grant Writing
• Strategic Planning
• Volunteer Training