Michael Christian has served as Board President of Someone Else’s Child, Inc. (SEC) for 25 years. The foundation supports children’s causes throughout the U.S. and Africa, with areas of emphasis that include education, literacy, arts, health, economic justice, and collaborative efforts with other similarly-minded non-profits. SEC’s mission is to inspire and encourage children/teens to become involved in their community and to actively participate in helping others in need.

He is also the Managing Partner of Community Impact Ventures (CIV), an impact fund that supports social entrepreneurs. With a focus on education, literacy, children living with disabilities, sustainability, and economic justice, CIV looks to break the cycle of inequality through early-stage investments in innovative, socially directed organizations that offer meaningful support for vulnerable children.

Mike currently serves on several non-profit boards including the Boch Center/Wang Theater, Boston Explorers, and Open learning Exchange. He also serves on the national board of the Council of Insurance Agents and Brokers, the leading national advocate for property & casualty and health insurance issues.

Mike is the founder and 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 with revenues of over $700M (now $1billion). In his role as Chairman, he works with Risk Strategies' senior team, private equity partners, and the board of directors on strategic initiatives. Prior to Risk Strategies, Mike served as Managing Director for Alexander & Alexander’s Northeast Region (at the time the world’s 4th largest insurance broker). From 1989 to 1995, he held several leadership positions with Jardine Insurance Brokers including serving on the U.S. Board of Directors. Mike started his insurance career in California as an underwriter.

Mike majored in Philosophy at the University of California in Santa Barbara and holds the Chartered Property and Casualty (CPCU), Associate in Risk Management (ARM), and Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU) designations.