Eric J. Dougherty is a combat decorated U.S. Marine Corps Colonel (Ret.) and operations executive.

Eric offers tested leadership, clear strategic direction, and scalable solutions that enable organizations to succeed in challenging settings.

With over 28 years of experience driving operations in organizations from 150 to 55,000 personnel in high pressure missions worldwide, Eric has learned that people are the heartbeat of any organization. His approach builds repeatable processes that empower leaders to perform at the highest level.

Eric has learned that regardless of industry, we are all in THE PEOPLE BUSINESS. He offers companies military operational principles known for their clarity, adaptability, and scale. By customizing these approaches to help address your issues, Eric helps organizations navigate complex environments and shares leadership lessons from the countless mistakes he has made along the way.

Eric holds a Master’s Degree in National Security and Strategic Studies from the Naval War College and a BS in Mechanical Engineering from Marquette University. He received at Microsoft Fellowship in 2024.

Eric lives with his family in San Clemente (Orange County), California. He is available for interviews, keynote speaking and panel opportunities.