Background

Alan is an experienced entrepreneur, leader and trainer.  He values principle-centered leadership and masterfully facilitates the process of innovation.  Having coached hundreds of entrepreneurs and small business owners, he understands the unique challenges of today's business environment across many industries. 

Expertise

In addition to expertise gained as a business major in the school of hard knocks, Alan has received valuable formal education and training in business and leadership.  He holds a bachelor's degree in business management and a Master of Education degree in Instructional Technology from Utah State University.  His knowledge of business, principles of learning and execution make him a masterful teacher and speaker.  He holds certifications from several of the most respected organizations in entrepreneurship and leadership, such as the NxLeveL Training Network, The Kauffman Foundation, and FranklinCovey.  Christensen also serves as a certified team leader for the National Strategic Research Team of the NCEG at the Edward Lowe Foundation.
"...the cloud in my mind was burned away and ideas and potential are bright and clear.  Thanks!"
A.H. (presentation attendee)

Experience and Accolades

  • Nationally recognized for achievements as a FranklinCovey certified facilitator in the 7 Habits for Small Business Managers
  • Presenter at numerous conferences from local to national levels on topics such as communication, business, change, etc.
  • Oversees coordination of training for thousands of employees as the director of Utah's Central Region Custom Fit Training program.
  • Certified Business Analyst 
  • Counselor to two regional SBA Exporter of the Year companies, one Small Business Person of the Year, and coach to hundreds of successful business owners
  • Certification and membership as National Strategic Research Team Leader for the National Center for Economic Gardening
  • NxLeveL Training Network certified facilitator
  • Kauffman Foundation certified entrepreneurship facilitator
  • Business instructor for multiple college/university courses
  • Recognized in 2005 and 2010 as "State Star" for the Utah SBDC program
  • Recipient of the Service Excellence and Innovation award from the Utah District Office of the U.S. Small Business Administration, as a regional director of the Utah Small Business Development program
  • Project Coordinator for the Rural Business Outreach Program funded by the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture Rural Development
  • Instructional designer for business courses and workshops
  • Three-year Program Partner for Department of Defense Mentor-Protege business engagement
  • Volunteers hundreds of hours to teaching and training