Ahsha N. Tribble, Ph.D.

Emergency Management & National Security Consultant | Orlando, Florida

About

Ahsha N. Tribble, Ph.D., is a former member of the Senior Executive Service (SES) with over two decades of experience in national security policy, crisis management and communications, scientific research and development, and emergency operations. Her career spans multiple Presidential Administrations, including senior leadership positions on the White House National Security Council where she led the development and release of Presidential policies for Critical Infrastructure Security and Resilience, National Special Security Events, and Chemical Facilities Safety and Security.

Dr. Tribble served as Deputy Regional Administrator for FEMA Regions II and IX, leading teams of hundreds of emergency management professionals across states including California, New York, Nevada, Arizona, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Pacific Territories. She was awarded the FEMA Administrator's Award for Emergency Management in 2018. Prior to FEMA, she served as Senior Advisor to the Energy Secretary at the U.S. Department of Energy and held leadership positions at NOAA, including as the first Executive Officer at the National Hurricane Center.

Today, she is the lead consultant at Arc Dome Strategies, advising on emergency management, renewable energy, and strategic communications.

Expertise

  • National Security & Critical Infrastructure Security
  • Emergency Management & Disaster Response
  • Crisis Communications
  • Scientific Research & Development
  • Renewable Energy Consulting
  • Strategic Planning & Team Building

Credentials

  • Ph.D. in Meteorology, University of Oklahoma (2003)
  • M.S. in Meteorology, Florida State University (1998)
  • B.S. in Mathematics (Minor: Accounting), Magna Cum Laude, Florida A&M University (1992)
  • Executive Education Certificate, Leadership in Crisis, Harvard Kennedy School (2012)
  • FEMA Administrator's Award for Emergency Management (2018)

Career Highlights

  • White House National Security Council: Interim Deputy Homeland Security Advisor, Senior Director for Response (2010-2014)
  • U.S. Department of Energy: Senior Advisor to the Energy Secretary (2014-2015)
  • FEMA: Deputy Regional Administrator, Region II and Region IX (2015-2020)
  • NOAA: First Executive Officer at National Hurricane Center; Senior Policy Advisor
  • Orlando Magic: Team Lead, Luxury Guest Services (2021-2024) - Legendary Playmaker of the Year

Professional Profiles

FAQ

Who is Ahsha Tribble?

Ahsha N. Tribble, Ph.D., is a former Senior Executive Service member with over two decades of experience in national security policy, emergency management, and crisis communications. She has served in senior leadership roles at the White House National Security Council, FEMA, the U.S. Department of Energy, and NOAA.

What did Ahsha Tribble do at the White House?

Dr. Tribble served as Interim Deputy Homeland Security Advisor and Senior Director for Response on the White House National Security Council from 2010 to 2014. She led the development of Presidential policies for Critical Infrastructure Security and Resilience, National Special Security Events, and Chemical Facilities Safety and Security.

What was Ahsha Tribble's role at FEMA?

Dr. Tribble served as Deputy Regional Administrator for FEMA Regions II and IX, leading teams of hundreds of emergency management professionals across states including California, New York, Nevada, Arizona, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Pacific Territories. She received the FEMA Administrator's Award for Emergency Management in 2018.

Where did Ahsha Tribble go to school?

Dr. Tribble earned her Ph.D. in Meteorology from the University of Oklahoma (2003), an M.S. in Meteorology from Florida State University (1998), and a B.S. in Mathematics (Magna Cum Laude) from Florida A&M University (1992). She also completed executive education in Leadership in Crisis at Harvard Kennedy School (2012).

What is Arc Dome Strategies?

Arc Dome Strategies is the consulting firm led by Dr. Ahsha Tribble, providing advisory services in emergency management, renewable energy, and strategic communications. The firm draws on her decades of experience across federal government agencies and crisis management operations.

Where is Ahsha Tribble located?

Dr. Tribble is based in Orlando, Florida, where she leads consulting engagements through Arc Dome Strategies.

Contact

For inquiries, please contact Ahsha N. Tribble, Ph.D. via email: inbox@ahshatribble.com