Michael Christian has served as Managing Director of Someone Else’s Child Foundation for over 20 years. The Foundation supports children’s causes throughout the U.S. and Africa, with areas of emphasis including education, arts, nutrition & health, economic disparity, homelessness, and collaborative efforts with other similarly-minded non-profits. The foundation inspires and encourages children to become involved in their community and to actively participate in helping other children. Mike is also the Founder and Executive Chairman of Risk Strategies, a leading national insurance brokerage firm. He was the Chief Executive Officer of Risk Strategies from 1997 to 2019. He led the company from its start-up beginnings into a top national risk advisor/broker. Mike has utilized private equity extensively over the past 12 years to build Risk Strategies resulting in four successful recapitalizations.