Carl Nelson

Carl Nelson is the President and Chief Executive Officer of Transform Minnesota, a regional evangelical network based in Richfield, Minnesota.12 He has held this position since early 2005, taking over from Palmer Yngsdal who served as President from 1988 to 2004.2

In his role, Carl leads Transform Minnesota, which is a network of churches that provides a space for pastors and Christian leaders to engage with complex societal issues from a biblical perspective.2 The organization aims to make the Church relevant by facilitating dialogue on critical issues through conferences, forums, and trainings.2

Carl's professional approach involves:

1. Brokering connections and bringing people and organizations together to work towards common goals.3
2. Engaging church leaders in complex issues from a Biblical perspective.4
3. Representing Transform Minnesota in various media outlets, including guest hosting radio shows.5

As the President, Carl is part of the Executive Committee on Transform Minnesota's Board of Directors.1 His contact information at the organization includes a direct phone number (612.243.2941) and email (Carl@transformmn.org).1

Under Carl's leadership, Transform Minnesota has positioned itself as a unique organization that brings together a variety of denominations, ethnicities, and perspectives, with the belief that the Gospel of Jesus will transform Minnesota.2