Eric Trevan

Eric Trevan currently serves as the President and Chief Executive Officer of aLocal.ai, leading initiatives focused on transforming economic decision-making through data equity and diplomacy since January 2019. In addition, Eric holds the position of Independent Director on the Board of Directors for Heritage Distilling Co., contributing to the craft distilling industry. Previous academic roles include Assistant Professor of Community and Economic Development at California State University San Marcos and Assistant Professor of Public Administration at The Evergreen State College, where Eric engaged in public policy and governance education. Eric's earlier experience includes serving as Senior Advisor to the Chief Executive Officer at the Heard Museum, specializing in government and native relations. Eric earned a PhD in Community Resources and Development from Arizona State University and a Master's in Public Administration from Central Michigan University.