Randy Nelson

Business Advisor and Executive Coach for Entrepreneurial Leaders. Strategy Expert. Best-Selling Author. Public Speaker.

Randy H. Nelson is an accomplished entrepreneur, author, speaker, and leadership coach who founded The Decision Center, an off-site retreat center for entrepreneurs and leaders located in Garner, North Carolina.1 4

Professional Background

Randy has a diverse and impressive professional background:

He served as a Lieutenant in the Navy Nuclear Engineering Program for 6 ½ years, including three years on a nuclear ballistic missile submarine.2
He founded and successfully sold two multi-million dollar companies, Orion International and NSTAR Global Services, which have generated over $1 billion in sales.2 3
Currently, he is the CEO of Gold Dolphins, LLC, a coaching, writing, speaking, and consulting firm for entrepreneurs and leaders.2

The Decision Center

Randy launched The Decision Center as a creative "Think Space" specifically designed for entrepreneurial leaders and their teams. At this facility, he facilitates productive dialogue to help leadership teams make better decisions faster and with more confidence.1

Authorship and Recognition

Randy is a prolific author and thought leader:

He's the author of the #1 bestselling Decision Series for Entrepreneurs®.2
He was selected as one of the initial authors to publish under the ForbesBooks logo.2 3
His books "The Second Decision: The Qualified Entrepreneur" and "The Third Decision: The Intentional Entrepreneur" are Amazon #1 bestsellers.2

Awards and Affiliations

Finalist for Entrepreneur of the Year in 20012
Awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award by Vistage in 20182
Received the Admiral Sydney W. Souers Distinguished Alumni Award from Miami University in 20112

Randy Nelson's LinkedIn username is randyhnelson, where he shares insights and updates about his work at The Decision Center and his ongoing efforts to support entrepreneurial leadership development.5