Christian brings to ADVISA twenty-four years of experience in diverse and collaborative organizational leadership roles in the not-for-profit sector. His role allows him to live out his passion to help leaders reach their full potential by better understanding themselves, their organizations, and key internal and external stakeholders so that their organizations can thrive.
A proud graduate of Miami University, Christian recently completed a M.A. in Leadership. He brings to his work a range of extensive experience using tools such as Gallup’s CliftonStrengths assessment with individuals and teams. An empathetic, people-oriented leader, he is passionate to help leaders understand the importance of integrating both character and competency into their organizations.
Christian and his wife Lisa live in Fishers with their three college-age children. He enjoys hiking with Lisa and their Boston Terrier, Riley, playing eighteen holes of golf when he has the rare chance to do so, and contemplating the joys of a soon-to-be empty nest.
Fun Fact
Christian has lived overseas twice in his life.
He was born in Bagiou City, Philippines, where his parents taught at an international school. His mom and her siblings grew up there, and his grandmother lived there most of her life.
Later, Christian and his wife Lisa had the opportunity to work in Leiden, Netherlands, for a year. They loved the fresh flowers, open-air markets, and somehow riding their bikes into the wind at all times.
Recommended Media
- Integrity: The Courage to Meet the Demands of Reality by Henry Cloud
- Helping People Change: Coaching with Compassion for Lifelong Learning and Growth by Richard Boyatzis, Melvin L. Smith, and Ellen Van Oosten
- Business Accelerator podcast with Michael Hyatt and Megan Hyatt-Miller
Favorite Quote
Character = the ability to meet the demands of reality.
Henry Cloud
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