Summary
Trent Willingham is a seasoned technology leader and Director of Technology based in Ann Arbor with a 25-year career focused on systems engineering, infrastructure, and team leadership. He has progressed through hands-on roles from network and systems administration to leading projects and ultimately directing technology at Cambium Learning Group, where he has steered infrastructure and delivery since 2013. Trent blends deep operational expertise in storage, Windows server environments, and customer-facing systems with a track record of promoting and mentoring teams into senior roles. Known for pragmatic, cost-conscious solutions—rooted in his early consulting work for small businesses—he excels at aligning IT architecture with business goals. His career shows sustained impact across both enterprise (Thomson Reuters) and education technology, demonstrating an ability to scale reliable systems while keeping customer needs front and center. Colleagues describe him as someone who pairs technical depth with steady leadership during transitions and growth.
9 years of coding experience
8 years of employment as a software developer