Christopher Patterson

About Christopher Patterson

Strategy & governance leader with director-level experience driving growth at the intersection of sustainability, innovation, and operational excellence.I lead cross-functional initiatives that unify long-term business strategy with clear, investor-aligned messaging. At Uber, I’ve engaged institutional shareholders representing over 50% of float, authored disclosures aligned with IFRS, SASB, and TCFD, and developed sustainability-linked compensation strategies that tie performance to purpose.My experience spans strategic planning, regulatory risk analysis, and board-level communications. I’m skilled at translating ambiguity into action and complex data into story—building trust with investors and executives alike.I thrive where mission meets market—turning insights into action and delivering impact through alignment, clarity, and bold execution.

Experience

1. Associate Director, Business Performance Improvement

   Protiviti

   Oct 2025 — Present

   As an Associate Director in Protiviti’s Business Performance Improvement practice, I specialize in identifying and managing governance, strategy, and sustainability factors critical to long-term business value. My work focuses on establishing governance structures, defining material risks and opportunities, setting measurable goals, informing go-to-market product offerings, and driving accountability through transparent reporting and stakeholder engagement. I bring a strategic, cross-functional approach to sustainability and corporate governance, integrating performance, compliance, and reputation management.

Education

• Illinois State University

  Bachelor's degree, Integrated Marketing Communications

  2011 — 2015

Skills

• Sales
• Recruiting
• Closing Abilities
• Leadership
• Teamwork
• Team Motivation
• Sales Motivation
• Dedicated Internet
• Passionate About Work
• Event Planning
• Social Networking
• Customer Service
• Time Management
• Microsoft Office
• Marketing
• Research
• Facebook
• Communication
• Social Media
• Public Speaking
• Social Media Marketing
• Chess
• Balloon Artist