Mathematica Names Chris Trenholm Executive Vice President, Chief Business Officer

Mathematica has named Chris Trenholm executive vice president and chief business officer. In his new role, Trenholm will oversee the company’s domestic and global work, leading a multidisciplinary team serving clients in the public, private, and philanthropic sectors through research, advisory, and data solutions services. Trenholm will start in his new role on October 1, 2024.

“For more than 25 years, Chris has been a tireless leader in service of Mathematica’s mission, driving impact and consistently delivering excellence for our partners and clients,” said Paul Decker, Mathematica president and chief executive officer. “His deep understanding of the complex challenges our clients face will be invaluable in harnessing the full power of our people and our capabilities, as we continue to evolve our work to meet the dynamic changes in our markets and the world.”

In his new role, Trenholm will lead a team that brings together Mathematica’s health, human services, and global development expertise. He will oversee implementation of a strategy that taps Mathematica’s extensive subject matter knowledge, data capabilities, and technological innovations to deliver effective, multidisciplinary solutions to clients.

Since 2016, Trenholm has served as senior vice president and general manager of Mathematica’s Health business unit, growing the organization’s health policy assessment, program improvement, and technology solutions and insights practices. Trenholm has partnered closely with government agencies and philanthropic organizations on complex projects that support children and families and equitable access to quality health care domestically and around the world.