Eric C. Johnson is a global CEO, board advisor, and strategic consultant with more than 20 years of experience driving growth, innovation, and international expansion in technology and consumer electronics.
As the Founder and CEO of HELM Audio, Eric built a six-time CES Innovation Award-winning brand and pioneered hearing health innovation. During the global supply chain crisis, he restructured international partnerships, launched four new products, and achieved 35% revenue growth, demonstrating his ability to turn disruption into opportunity.
Previously, Eric spent 12 years in Hong Kong as Managing Director of eAsia Consulting, where he enabled Western companies to design, launch, and commercialize new electronic consumer products in partnership with Chinese manufacturers. He also guided Chinese suppliers in securing U.S. and European brand partnerships and building sales channels that delivered 50X growth.
Earlier leadership roles include senior sales and marketing positions with AMD, Ewing-Foley, and Interactive Silicon, where his strategies generated hundreds of millions in new sales revenue and expanded global market share.
Eric began his career as a Naval Officer, serving as Chief Pilot, Mission Commander, and Instructor Pilot. He created the Navy’s first windshear training program and was a recipient of the Navy Achievement Medal and the Navy Commendation Medal.
Today, Eric advises companies on supply chain strategy, corporate turnarounds, market entry, and growth acceleration, helping executives and boards navigate complex challenges and unlock sustainable value.More...
Catherine Warui
Program Coordinator
Verified
I am a programs, events, and content specialist with 6+ years of experience turning ideas into well-run programs, engaging events, and strong storytelling. I have worked across innovation and entrepreneurship programs including 25 African countries, supporting founders, partners, mentors, regulators, and communities through high-impact initiatives.
I know how to keep programs moving, events organized, and stakeholders aligned. From accelerator programs and workshops to conferences, demo days, and community engagements, I bring structure, energy, and attention to detail to every stage of delivery. I’m just as comfortable behind the scenes handling coordination and logistics as I am shaping the participant experience and external communications.
I also bring strong content instincts. I’ve created digital content, supported podcast production, developed event materials, written briefs and concept notes, and helped communicate ideas in ways that are clear, engaging, and human.
What sets me apart is that I’m not only skilled in the usual programs, events, and content work, but I’m also actively exploring my creative side. I’m passionate about the arts and creative sector, and I’m excited by work that involves storytelling, culture, creative entrepreneurship, and fresh ideas.
I am open to new challenges, new formats, and projects that stretch my creativity while still delivering results. I also serve on a program advisory committee, which reflects my interest in shaping meaningful programs, not just implementing them.More...