“Chris is a great person: I met Chris when working for General Electric. Chris was very clever on getting the needed resources for my team to complete the projects that he was leading in GE and I led in Mexico in Axiem (GE's Contractor). We held a strong work relationship that turned into a great friendship. Chris invited me to join his Consulting Firm (DifEQ Consulting, now Transform), where he invested on bringing me to the US to help him to start-up the consulting firm. (I was the only foreign consultant in the firm) I can tell that Chris focuses on the objectives and makes things happen. Somehow, he is always ready to jump in and with great ability to get into big challenges and solve them successfully even when lots of ambiguity surrounds the environment. Can't be more grateful, he even opened his home to me when I moved to the US. For sure I would collaborate again with Chris if there is an opportunity to do so. Great executive with great energy and out of the box ideas.”
About
Chris is a proven senior executive, C-level advisor, and Board member with extensive…
Experience
Education
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Volunteer Experience
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Volunteer & Corporate Sponsor
Atlanta Community Food Bank
- Present 2 years 8 months
Who We Are.
Our mission is to fight hunger by engaging, educating and empowering our community.
What We Do.
We work with more than 700 community-based partners—including food pantries, community kitchens, childcare centers, shelters and senior centers—to distribute an average of 9.7 million pounds of food each month, or approximately 8 million+ meals to our neighbors who are food insecure in 29 counties across metro Atlanta and north Georgia. In February 2023, with the support of…Who We Are.
Our mission is to fight hunger by engaging, educating and empowering our community.
What We Do.
We work with more than 700 community-based partners—including food pantries, community kitchens, childcare centers, shelters and senior centers—to distribute an average of 9.7 million pounds of food each month, or approximately 8 million+ meals to our neighbors who are food insecure in 29 counties across metro Atlanta and north Georgia. In February 2023, with the support of a caring community of partners, advocates, donors, and volunteers, we distributed our 1 Billionth meal into the community.
Who We Serve.
We partner with food pantries, community kitchens, childcare centers, night shelters, and senior centers that receive food and goods from us. In turn, these partners provide food and other critical resources for the more than 600,000 people in our service area who suffer from hunger and food insecurity.
Food is just part of the picture.
Our mission is to fight hunger by engaging, educating and empowering our community. While our core work is food distribution, our efforts extend far beyond that. Our mission is lived out every day by engaging, educating and empowering both people in need and those who want to help. From volunteering your time to assisting people in achieving economic security, the Food Bank covers a wide range of opportunities for people to learn and get involved.
How it Works.
We utilize more than 1,700 volunteers a month, over 150 staff members, a large fleet of trucks and the largest food banking facility in the United States to procure and distribute food and grocery items received from hundreds of donors. Our donors include manufacturers, wholesalers, retailers, brokers, restaurants, food drives, farmers and individuals. The product is easily accessed by our partner agencies. They place their orders online and arrange for pick up or delivery. Once the food arrives at the agency, it is provided to families and individuals in need. -
Goizueta Business School Mentor Program - Alumni Mentor
Emory University - Goizueta Business School
- Present 20 years
Education
The mission of Goizueta Mentors is to help students bridge the gap between the academic and professional world through the practical insight, coaching and experiences of alumni. This successful program matches students with experienced professionals for career and life guidance and development, while offering alumni an opportunity to strengthen ties to Goizueta Business School. In addition to the relationship between mentor and protégé, there are also events throughout the school year to meet…
The mission of Goizueta Mentors is to help students bridge the gap between the academic and professional world through the practical insight, coaching and experiences of alumni. This successful program matches students with experienced professionals for career and life guidance and development, while offering alumni an opportunity to strengthen ties to Goizueta Business School. In addition to the relationship between mentor and protégé, there are also events throughout the school year to meet other alumni, professors and students.
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Oxford College Mentor Program - Alumni Mentor
Oxford College of Emory University
- Present 20 years
Education
The Oxford Mentor Program pairs sophomores with alumni working in their chosen career field. These matches encourage an exchange of professional ideas, friendship and expertise. Mentors help students navigate career decisions and network - alumni and students are matched based on shared academic interests and experiences, career fields, or even shared student activities or alumni groups.
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Pediatric Nephrology Mentor/Counselor
National Kidney Foundation
- Present 26 years
Health
The National Kidney Foundation is the leading organization in the U.S. dedicated to the awareness, prevention and treatment of kidney disease for hundreds of thousands of healthcare professionals, millions of patients and their families, and tens of millions of Americans at risk.
Courses
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1999 | Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT), Motorola Energy Systems Group
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2000 | Mobile Battery Technology, Motorola Energy Systems Group
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2001 | Industrial Gas Turbine Technology, General Electric
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2001 | Six Sigma Green Belt (DMAIC), General Electric
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2002 | Design for Six Sigma Black Belt (DMADOV), General Electric
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2002 | Program Management Methodology, General Electric
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2002 | Rational Unified Process, IBM
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2002 | Six Sigma Black Belt (DMAIC), General Electric
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2003 | Advanced Manager Course, GE Leadership Development Center (Crotonville)
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2003 | Change Acceleration Process Facilitation, GE Leadership Development Center (Crotonville)
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2006 | The Birkman Method, Birkman International
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2012 | Executive Development Course, Accenture Leadership Center
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2014 | FastWorks based on “The Lean Startup”, General Electric and Eric Ries
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2014 | Outcome Based Sales, General Electric and Accenture
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2015 | Corporate Portfolio & Project Management, Etihad Aviation Group
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2015 | Leadership Assessment, PA Consulting
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2015 | Leadership Excellence, Workability
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2015 | World Class IT, Metis Strategy
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2016 | Design Thinking, IBM
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2016 | Korn Ferry Leadership Architect Global Competency Framework
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2018 | Technology Business Management Executive Foundation, TBM Council
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2018 | The Leaders Edge, Speakeasy Inc.
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2019 | Sustainable High Impact, TIGNUM
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Honors & Awards
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AX50 2020
Constellation Research
Constellation's AX50 is an elite list that recognizes bold global executives focused on reinventing and transforming customer experiences (CX) across their organizations and industries.
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Alumni Voices - Oxford College of Emory University
Emory University, Office of Development and Alumni Relations
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12th Annual Arabian Computer News Technology Awards
Arabian Computer News
Chief of Staff for 2016 CIO of the Year, Robert J. Webb
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Featured Speaker - TBM Council Australian Summit 2016
TBM Council
"Driving Value Across a Global Partnership"
The Technology and Innovation office at Etihad Aviation Group has a mission to provide an exceptional experience for their 114 million guests, while sharing their best technology with more than 73k employees. Join Christopher Burger as he shares why Technology Business Management (TBM) is at the core of their mission, creating cross department collaboration that drives innovation, digitisation, and a world-class infrastructure by increasing…"Driving Value Across a Global Partnership"
The Technology and Innovation office at Etihad Aviation Group has a mission to provide an exceptional experience for their 114 million guests, while sharing their best technology with more than 73k employees. Join Christopher Burger as he shares why Technology Business Management (TBM) is at the core of their mission, creating cross department collaboration that drives innovation, digitisation, and a world-class infrastructure by increasing transparency and reducing costs.
Organizations
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National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD)
Member
- PresentNACD is the most trusted association for board directors. For more than 45 years, we have helped leaders build successful companies that make a difference in the world. We’re a collective of over 23,000 individuals, 1,750+ boards, more than 20 chapters across 35 locations. As a peer-to-peer network, we’re committed to navigating the governance landscape together. Our trusted resources and dedication to partnering, innovation, and education empowers directors and transforms boards to stay on…
NACD is the most trusted association for board directors. For more than 45 years, we have helped leaders build successful companies that make a difference in the world. We’re a collective of over 23,000 individuals, 1,750+ boards, more than 20 chapters across 35 locations. As a peer-to-peer network, we’re committed to navigating the governance landscape together. Our trusted resources and dedication to partnering, innovation, and education empowers directors and transforms boards to stay on the leading edge of corporate governance. Our Mission We empower directors and transform boards to be future ready. Our Vision Corporate boards are recognized as trusted catalysts of economic change–in business and in the communities they serve. Our Values We are one NACD. We succeed through member impact. We communicate openly. We deliver. We are innovators.
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TBM Council
Principal Member
- PresentFounded in 2012, the TBM Council is the preeminent industry organization for technology executives and practitioners. The council is a non-profit, open ecosystem dedicated to advancing the TBM discipline and the careers of its members. TBM is a technology investment discipline that aligns the organization and all technology spend to its strategic mission and value outcomes. TBM spans all technology categories, resources, and investments, including IT financial management, cloud cost…
Founded in 2012, the TBM Council is the preeminent industry organization for technology executives and practitioners. The council is a non-profit, open ecosystem dedicated to advancing the TBM discipline and the careers of its members. TBM is a technology investment discipline that aligns the organization and all technology spend to its strategic mission and value outcomes. TBM spans all technology categories, resources, and investments, including IT financial management, cloud cost management, agile and portfolio management, and technology operations. In doing so, TBM aligns with other technology frameworks, such as FinOps and SAFe, and works with a growing open partner ecosystem.
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FltAdvisor.com - Co-Founder and Investor
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-As an executive traveler and road-warrior with partnerships and access to airline and aviation technology gurus, co-founded and funded FltAdvisor.com – the world's first early warning service for commercial flight delays.
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Venture Atlanta - Board Member
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-Venture Atlanta is the region’s largest venture conference gathering together more than 900 entrepreneurs, investors, leaders and students for a high-caliber, 2-day conference. Venture Atlanta began in 2007 with one mission - to connect companies to capital. Today, this mission has expanded beyond monetary capital to connect startups with the resources, network, clients, partnerships, and talent they need to grow. With a couple hundred attendees and only 20 funds, Venture Atlanta now welcomes…
Venture Atlanta is the region’s largest venture conference gathering together more than 900 entrepreneurs, investors, leaders and students for a high-caliber, 2-day conference. Venture Atlanta began in 2007 with one mission - to connect companies to capital. Today, this mission has expanded beyond monetary capital to connect startups with the resources, network, clients, partnerships, and talent they need to grow. With a couple hundred attendees and only 20 funds, Venture Atlanta now welcomes more than 900 annual attendees and 125 funds. Network and events have led to $2 billion in funding raised and $14 billion in successful exits. Venture Atlanta has played an important role in the tech ecosystem of the South and is proud to be a part of so many success stories in the community.
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Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce - Technology Marketing Council
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-Founded in 1860, the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce is the chamber of commerce for the Atlanta metropolitan area. The MAC Technology Marketing Council (now the MAC Technology Leadership Council) was an appointed subset of the MAC Board of Advisors. A collaborative effort of the region’s technology leadership, the council was created with the aim of strengthening the regional technology ecosystem.
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Regional Airline Association (RAA) - Member Representative
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-The Regional Airline Association (RAA) provides a unified voice of advocacy for North American regional airlines aimed at promoting a safe, reliable, and robust regional airline industry. The RAA serves as an important support network connecting regional airlines, industry business partners, and government regulators in bolstering the industry; as well as promoting regional airline interests in a changing business and policy environment.
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Metro Atlanta Chamber - Board of Advisors
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-Founded in 1860, the Metro Atlanta Chamber is the chamber of commerce for the Atlanta metropolitan area. The MAC Board of Advisors is comprised of the senior most leaders from across the Atlanta metro area business community.
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