Christian Nelson

Christian Nelson is the Chief Executive Officer and a founding partner of Helios Energy, a company he established in 2014. With over 35 years of professional leadership experience, he has a diverse background that includes significant military service and corporate leadership roles.

Background and Career

• Military Service: Nelson served for over 21 years in the United States Marine Corps, specializing in intelligence and signal intelligence. His military background has greatly influenced his approach to leadership and business strategy.23

• Corporate Experience: After retiring from the Marines, he spent 12 years in senior sales leadership positions with three Fortune 500 companies, focusing on the pharmaceutical, medical device, and financial services sectors. This experience equipped him with skills in training, coaching, and sales management.23

• Education: He holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from The Citadel and a master's degree from Montana State University. Additionally, he is recognized as a Certified Performance Technologist (CPT) and a Certified Technical Trainer (CTT) .23

Helios Energy

As CEO of Helios Energy, Nelson is responsible for overseeing the company's operations, which focus on providing clean energy solutions. Helios Energy aims to help organizations reduce their energy costs and carbon footprints through various services, including energy audits and clean energy installations. The company has positioned itself as an end-to-end solutions provider for industrial and commercial clients.12

Nelson's vision for Helios includes expanding its impact on sustainability by developing projects across different regions, including the South Pacific and Caribbean.2 He emphasizes the importance of understanding energy consumption among clients to help them achieve significant savings.1

Future Outlook

Under Nelson's leadership, Helios Energy is poised for growth as demand for clean energy solutions continues to rise. He believes that effective energy management is not only feasible but also a sound financial decision for many organizations looking to improve their environmental impact.12