Perrin Riendeau

Chief Operating Officer

With over 20 years of experience spanning information analysis, strategic planning, process improvement, and change management, Perrin Riendeau is a versatile leader known for building cohesion and clarity across complex organizations. Her career began in human resources at Enron, followed by roles at Apache Corporation and the education nonprofit Fund for Teachers, where she honed her ability to align mission-driven work with operational efficiency.

Perrin thrives at the intersection of structure and human connection. At Haystack Needle, she plays a pivotal role in guiding distributed teams, designing scalable systems, and driving long-term growth across remote operations. Her expertise in group facilitation, staffing, and training helps foster engaged, high-performing teams—no matter the time zone.

Drawing on her theatrical roots, Perrin brings charisma, creativity, and a splash of sparkle to every interaction. She’s a champion of personal connection, an advocate for bold expression, and a football fanatic with encyclopedic game-day knowledge.

Perrin earned her BSE from Baylor University, with concentrations in Computer Information Systems, Athletic Training, and Professional Facilitation.