"I make the global growth of personalized health my mission by connecting technological innovation to patients and consumers impact —through strong governance, ethical leadership, and scalable growth."
With 25+ years of experience, Tram Trinh is a Certified Independent Director and former Fortune 500 executive (Johnson & Johnson, Welch Allyn) specializing in strategic oversight, risk management, and international growth for HealthTech, MedTech, and AI companies. She helps boards and executive teams navigate complexity, align business vision with market realities, and foster stakeholder trust.
Tram brings a multidisciplinary approach to governance, combining corporate leadership, financial expertise (CPA), and international commercial law (LL.M). Her multicultural background (15+ cities, 4 languages) enables her to guide organizations—from startups to public companies—through critical transitions.
Key Expertise
Corporate Governance – Aligning organizations with mission, values, and long-term goals.
Strategic Growth – Driving performance via data-driven decisions and operational excellence.
Cross-Border Operations – 25+ years of experience in North America, Europe, and Asia.
Stakeholder Engagement – Building transparency and trust between boards, management, and shareholders.
Transformational Achievements
Johnson & Johnson (EMEA IVD) – Led pricing strategies and Lean Six Sigma initiatives, enabling a $3B division spin-off to Carlyle. Awarded Standards of Leadership (2002, 2005).
Welch Allyn (CEO, France) – Restructured operations, realigned the organization's model, facilitating a later $2B acquisition by Hillrom/Baxter.
Vitanlink (Founder, 2013–present) – Co-founded 4 companies, invested in 8 startups, and advised 50+ SMEs, scaling portfolio value 10x and creating cumulative value exceeding €100M.
Education & Certifications
MBA – McGill University
LL.M, International Financial Law – King’s College London
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) – US
Non-Executive Director Diploma – Financial Times Pearson
Private Company Governance Certification – PDA
Global Perspectives
Languages: French (native), English (fluent), Vietnamese and German (conversational)
Lived/worked in 15+ cities across North America, Europe, and Asia. Based in Paris, France
Multicultural agility with expertise in cross-border operations.
Recognition
✔ Top Healthcare Mentor (9+/10) – Endeavor Global Network
✔ Featured in Korn Ferry’s The Five Disciplines of Inclusive Leaders (2020)
✔ Standards of Leadership Awards – Johnson & Johnson (2002, 2005)
"Tram is a bright, highly educated, and flexible businesswoman, capable of leading with integrity and servant leadership." — CEO & Board Member, former Executive Vice President in Fortune 500
