Chris Hanson, Phd Email & Phone Number

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

A pioneer in Software as a Service (SaaS) providing strategic information solutions using our proprietary CRM platform for nonprofits, government, and other social impact organizations nationwide. Maintain 1000+ clients including Sierra Club - USA, American Cancer Society, The Federation of League of Conservation Voters, University of Minnesota, United Nations Association – USA, National Wildlife Refuge Association, League of Women Voters, and other organizations.EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP | STRATEGIC PLANNING | ORGANIZATION DEVELOPMENT | FUNDRAISING • Created, implemented, and reviewed the organization’s strategic vision and execution plans on an ongoing basis.• Sourced, interviewed & hired key staff in sales, marketing, administration, and technology.• Managed sales, marketing, and administration functions including goal setting, training , development, performance management, coaching, and mentoring.• Led multiple rounds of funding ($2M+) through angel investors, banks, and private equity.• Recipient of awards including ‘Best Place to Work in Minnesota’ (3x) and six times recipient of ‘Best for the World Company’. MARKETING | BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT | PARTNERSHIPS• Developed and maintained strategic partnerships with integrated technology providers and re-sellers.• Created annual sales and marketing plan.• Oversaw development of sales and marketing collateral including website, email campaigns, print, social media.• Led sales team to build the business from initial contract to 1000+ clients nationally.• Conducted ongoing market research to identify opportunities and market & technology trends.EXECUTIVE CONSULTING | TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS• Conducted technology & business process needs assessments including reviewing strategic technology needs.• Developed custom technology solutions.• Provided ongoing customer training and user support.• Performed annual client reviews to identify needs for additional technology and consulting services.

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

Teach courses in the MBA, Ph.D., DBA, and MA Leadership programs. Mentor doctoral students in dissertation work.Courses include: MBA6021 Organizational Strategy, MBA6141 Entrepreneurial Ventures, MBA6143 Entrepreneurial Leadership, MBA6147 Entrepreneurial Strategies, LEAD5269 Social Entrepreneurship

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

A full-service direct marketing agency for national non-profit organizations.Led administration, production, and telemarketing divisions. Worked with new client acquisitions and client relations.Clients included:Cornell University, FARM AID, Sierra Club, Special Olympics, Oglala Lakota College, The Seva Foundation, Honor the Earth Campaign, and the Institute for Policy Studies.

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

A business consulting practice working with organizations on marketing, fund development, and technology.Clients included Institute for Agriculture and Trade Policy, MN DFL, Cornell University, FARM AID, KILI Radio, Honor the Earth, Bellagio, Goodyear Tires, Porcupine Health Clinic, Oglala Lakota College, and the United Nations Association.

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

The largest manufacturer of audio/video furniture and accessories in the country with thousands of retail outlets including Best Buy and Target. $250M+ annual revenue.Oversaw all financial and marketing services from startup to sales in 40 states and three foreign countries.

Ph.D., Organizational Leadership, Policy, And Development

Master Of Arts - Ma, Organizational Leadership

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Business Administration And Management, General