Ian Andrew Nelson

About Ian Andrew Nelson

Hello! I am a communications leader, creative strategist, award winning photographer, speaker, and writer with a passion to make the world a better place through imaginative storytelling that drives social impact and commercial success. Nonprofit Leadership & Social ChangeAs a former VP at Remember Nhu, I led global efforts to stop child trafficking in 20 countries—combining strategic communications, marketing, fundraising, and creative media to amplify mission-driven storytelling that delivered measurable ROI. Today I serve as a Founding Board Member of Kingdom Home, a global nonprofit. Strategic Storytelling & Brand ImpactCollaborated with brands such as Land Rover, Hershey’s, Google, BMW, GAP, Converse—and more—to craft compelling visual and written content that resonates with audiences to drive brand awareness and sales. Media & Content ProductionFeatured by People, Huffington Post, Canon, Disney and others for campaigns and photography. Emceed live events with Grammy winning artists like Lecrae and produced collaborative long form content, including the \"100 Pages\" screenwriting project. Produced successful magazines, coffee table books, and video projects to drive nonprofit donor engagement and fundraising. Cross Functional & VersatileHolding degrees in Business Marketing, English, and a Master’s from Western Seminary, I aspire to navigate seamlessly across strategy, creative direction, and execution—fueled by a blend of imaginative storytelling, analytical insight, and social impact. Global Experience & Personal StyleHaving traveled to over 40 countries, I’m deeply inspired by diverse cultures. Based in Portland, OR with my family, I’m a people centric leader who brings energy, humor, and a spirit of collaboration to every project. Passionate about:Accomplishing good in the world through: nonprofit leadership, brand & social impact strategy, visual storytelling, mission-based marketing, media production, live events, creative project management.🤝 Let’s Connect If You’re Looking For:Creative vision, leadership, and collaborative ideas to elevate your social impact and brand narrative, drive engagement through immersive visual content, build strategic partnerships, and activate social impact at scale.

Experience

1. Founding Community Member

   Locl

   Mar 2025 — Present · Portland, OR, US

   Providing leadership and strategy as a Founding Community Member and Shareholder of LOCL, now available on the app store.LOCL is a groundbreaking social networking platform designed to create and foster real, local connections through groups and events in your geographic location. Built for real world connection, you can create, join and discover communities in your city.

Education

• Western Seminary

  Master's degree, MABTS

  2010 — 2015

• Oregon State University

  Bachelor's degree, Marketing

  2003 — 2007