Andy Nelson, ACC, PMP
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Eric Hunsberger
I’ve worked with Andy in a number of capacities over the years. Most recent was in an executive coaching capacity. The experience was nothing short of incredible. The reflection, encouragement, challenges and insight Andy brought as I worked through my goals were powerful. With a simple acknowledgement or reflection of a thought, Andy was masterful in invoking critical thinking and new reflections. As we progressed through the engagement, the learnings and outputs I recorded and generated were strong in content and deep in purpose. I attribute this to Andy’s ability to coach and grow skills in others. Potentially the most powerful outcome was the seed of coaching Andy managed to plant and start within me. I highly recommend Andy as your coach. His process of evaluation and conversation on desired outcomes will lead you down the right path.
Marrah Morles
It's rare to find an individual that not only excels in technical and process management, but consistently inspires those around him to find joy, live their "truth", and be fully transparent. Andy is a daily example of working hard, having a positive attitude, and prioritizing those things in his life that matter most. I learned so much from Andy in our time together; namely creative problem solving, sequencing of complex, high volume work, and how to build trust and credibility with clients. He is a treasure!
Michaele Gardner
I have had the luxury of working with Andy in a couple of capacities. The first time, he was an engineering manager who was a pleasure to work with. It was obvious that he cared about the engineers he managed. He did a great job of balancing skills with customer needs. The second time I worked with Andy, he was a Scrum Master and ICF Certified coach. He has an amazing story about clarity, staying alive (literally) and perseverance. Andy is one of the most 'ego-free' people I have ever met. He creates space for those around him to feel empowered while he also helps individuals get some clarity on big picture things. Every single interaction I have had with Andy shows grace, kindness and empathy. When Andy is around me, I just naturally want to up my own coaching game by being present, being focused and holding space for others. When Andy is around teams, he calmly, yet firmly embodies true servant leader characteristics. He is an amplifier, inspirational leader and all around wonderful guy!
Eric Hunsberger
I’ve worked with Andy in a number of capacities over the years. Most recent was in an executive coaching capacity. The experience was nothing short of incredible. The reflection, encouragement, challenges and insight Andy brought as I worked through my goals were powerful. With a simple acknowledgement or reflection of a thought, Andy was masterful in invoking critical thinking and new reflections. As we progressed through the engagement, the learnings and outputs I recorded and generated were strong in content and deep in purpose. I attribute this to Andy’s ability to coach and grow skills in others. Potentially the most powerful outcome was the seed of coaching Andy managed to plant and start within me. I highly recommend Andy as your coach. His process of evaluation and conversation on desired outcomes will lead you down the right path.
Marrah Morles
It's rare to find an individual that not only excels in technical and process management, but consistently inspires those around him to find joy, live their "truth", and be fully transparent. Andy is a daily example of working hard, having a positive attitude, and prioritizing those things in his life that matter most. I learned so much from Andy in our time together; namely creative problem solving, sequencing of complex, high volume work, and how to build trust and credibility with clients. He is a treasure!
Michaele Gardner
I have had the luxury of working with Andy in a couple of capacities. The first time, he was an engineering manager who was a pleasure to work with. It was obvious that he cared about the engineers he managed. He did a great job of balancing skills with customer needs. The second time I worked with Andy, he was a Scrum Master and ICF Certified coach. He has an amazing story about clarity, staying alive (literally) and perseverance. Andy is one of the most 'ego-free' people I have ever met. He creates space for those around him to feel empowered while he also helps individuals get some clarity on big picture things. Every single interaction I have had with Andy shows grace, kindness and empathy. When Andy is around me, I just naturally want to up my own coaching game by being present, being focused and holding space for others. When Andy is around teams, he calmly, yet firmly embodies true servant leader characteristics. He is an amplifier, inspirational leader and all around wonderful guy!
Eric Hunsberger
I’ve worked with Andy in a number of capacities over the years. Most recent was in an executive coaching capacity. The experience was nothing short of incredible. The reflection, encouragement, challenges and insight Andy brought as I worked through my goals were powerful. With a simple acknowledgement or reflection of a thought, Andy was masterful in invoking critical thinking and new reflections. As we progressed through the engagement, the learnings and outputs I recorded and generated were strong in content and deep in purpose. I attribute this to Andy’s ability to coach and grow skills in others. Potentially the most powerful outcome was the seed of coaching Andy managed to plant and start within me. I highly recommend Andy as your coach. His process of evaluation and conversation on desired outcomes will lead you down the right path.
Marrah Morles
It's rare to find an individual that not only excels in technical and process management, but consistently inspires those around him to find joy, live their "truth", and be fully transparent. Andy is a daily example of working hard, having a positive attitude, and prioritizing those things in his life that matter most. I learned so much from Andy in our time together; namely creative problem solving, sequencing of complex, high volume work, and how to build trust and credibility with clients. He is a treasure!
Michaele Gardner
I have had the luxury of working with Andy in a couple of capacities. The first time, he was an engineering manager who was a pleasure to work with. It was obvious that he cared about the engineers he managed. He did a great job of balancing skills with customer needs. The second time I worked with Andy, he was a Scrum Master and ICF Certified coach. He has an amazing story about clarity, staying alive (literally) and perseverance. Andy is one of the most 'ego-free' people I have ever met. He creates space for those around him to feel empowered while he also helps individuals get some clarity on big picture things. Every single interaction I have had with Andy shows grace, kindness and empathy. When Andy is around me, I just naturally want to up my own coaching game by being present, being focused and holding space for others. When Andy is around teams, he calmly, yet firmly embodies true servant leader characteristics. He is an amplifier, inspirational leader and all around wonderful guy!
Eric Hunsberger
I’ve worked with Andy in a number of capacities over the years. Most recent was in an executive coaching capacity. The experience was nothing short of incredible. The reflection, encouragement, challenges and insight Andy brought as I worked through my goals were powerful. With a simple acknowledgement or reflection of a thought, Andy was masterful in invoking critical thinking and new reflections. As we progressed through the engagement, the learnings and outputs I recorded and generated were strong in content and deep in purpose. I attribute this to Andy’s ability to coach and grow skills in others. Potentially the most powerful outcome was the seed of coaching Andy managed to plant and start within me. I highly recommend Andy as your coach. His process of evaluation and conversation on desired outcomes will lead you down the right path.
Marrah Morles
It's rare to find an individual that not only excels in technical and process management, but consistently inspires those around him to find joy, live their "truth", and be fully transparent. Andy is a daily example of working hard, having a positive attitude, and prioritizing those things in his life that matter most. I learned so much from Andy in our time together; namely creative problem solving, sequencing of complex, high volume work, and how to build trust and credibility with clients. He is a treasure!
Michaele Gardner
I have had the luxury of working with Andy in a couple of capacities. The first time, he was an engineering manager who was a pleasure to work with. It was obvious that he cared about the engineers he managed. He did a great job of balancing skills with customer needs. The second time I worked with Andy, he was a Scrum Master and ICF Certified coach. He has an amazing story about clarity, staying alive (literally) and perseverance. Andy is one of the most 'ego-free' people I have ever met. He creates space for those around him to feel empowered while he also helps individuals get some clarity on big picture things. Every single interaction I have had with Andy shows grace, kindness and empathy. When Andy is around me, I just naturally want to up my own coaching game by being present, being focused and holding space for others. When Andy is around teams, he calmly, yet firmly embodies true servant leader characteristics. He is an amplifier, inspirational leader and all around wonderful guy!
Credentials
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ACC
International Coaching FederationJan, 2019- Nov, 2024 -
PMP
Project Management InstituteJul, 2003- Nov, 2024 -
Certified SAFe® 5 Agilist
Scaled Agile, Inc.Feb, 2021- Nov, 2024
Experience
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The Collabrium, LLC
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Business Consulting and Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Partner
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Aug 2023 - Present
Partner specializing in executive coaching and leadership development. Partner specializing in executive coaching and leadership development.
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The Leets Consortium
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United States
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Professional Training and Coaching
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1 - 100 Employee
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Executive Coach
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Aug 2023 - Present
Executive and Leadership Coaching. Executive and Leadership Coaching.
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CoachSource LLC
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United States
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Business Consulting and Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Executive Coach
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Aug 2023 - Present
Executive and Leadership Coaching. Executive and Leadership Coaching.
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EZRA Coaching
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United Kingdom
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Professional Training and Coaching
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300 - 400 Employee
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Executive Coach
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Aug 2023 - Present
Executive and Leadership Coaching. Executive and Leadership Coaching.
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Career Partners International, Twin Cities | Vantage Executive Services
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United States
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Human Resources Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Executive Coach
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Apr 2022 - Present
Executive and Leadership Coaching. Executive and Leadership Coaching.
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Keynote Speaker
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Jan 2022 - Present
Keynote speaker at events honoring cancer survivors. Keynote speaker at events honoring cancer survivors.
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The People Side
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United States
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Human Resources
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1 - 100 Employee
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Executive Coach
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Jan 2021 - Present
Executive and Leadership Coaching. Executive and Leadership Coaching.
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Nelson Executive Coaching
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Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area
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Founder and Head Coach
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Jul 2017 - Present
I help technology leaders in transition establish a single, authentic identity that they truly want, to go beyond their own expectations, in their work and in their life. I help technology leaders in transition establish a single, authentic identity that they truly want, to go beyond their own expectations, in their work and in their life.
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Andy Nelson Music, dba Savage Studios
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Savage, MN
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Owner
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Jul 2007 - Present
Music composing, production, arranging, and recording. Music composing, production, arranging, and recording.
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UnitedHealth Group
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Hospitals and Health Care
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700 & Above Employee
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Senior Director Technical Product Management
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May 2022 - Aug 2023
Driving alignment and tactics to advance UHCT Product platforms strategy, capabilities, and an optimized Architecture operating model.
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Director Of Technology
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Sep 2019 - May 2022
Leading initiatives in the Community & State and Medicare & Retirement areas for UHG/Optum, helping ensure healthcare is available and easy for all to use.
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Target
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United States
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Retail
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700 & Above Employee
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Leadership Coach / Agile Coach / Lead ScrumMaster
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Apr 2017 - Sep 2019
Returning to work after cancer, brought Agile and Product from IT into the Supply Chain business of Target, and coached leaders throughout Target.SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS
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Senior Engineering Manager
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Apr 2016 - Apr 2017
Built hands-on software development teams, coached them for top performance, and delivered key business value for Target's merchandising strategies.
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Manager
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Aug 2003 - Apr 2016
Manage development of Target's Merchandising systems (merchandise planning, product design, development, and quality), helping Target plan and build industry-leading merchandise for our stores and Target.com, coach and develop the team that builds the software, and help strategize initiatives that improve Target's Guest experience.
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Emerson
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United States
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Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Manager
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1998 - 2003
Led systems development for entire Austin, TX division. Launched Emerson's first eCommerce site, then championed customer survey and metrics to reduce page load times by 73%, and achieve availability of 99%+. Saved Emerson $7 million in license and labor costs, by deploying Discount Authorization System and enabling web-based customer registration. Led systems development for entire Austin, TX division. Launched Emerson's first eCommerce site, then championed customer survey and metrics to reduce page load times by 73%, and achieve availability of 99%+. Saved Emerson $7 million in license and labor costs, by deploying Discount Authorization System and enabling web-based customer registration.
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Weyerhaeuser
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United States
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Paper and Forest Product Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Project Leader
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1995 - 1998
Led DoorBuilder Order Entry system design & customer implementation; team won Weyerhaeuser's “President's Award” and was featured in the Wall Street Journal for successful implementation. Led DoorBuilder Order Entry system design & customer implementation; team won Weyerhaeuser's “President's Award” and was featured in the Wall Street Journal for successful implementation.
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Technigraph Corporation
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Winona, MN
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Director of IT
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Apr 1988 - Nov 1995
Owned complete IT solution portfolio for the corporation, and delivered top priorities including a custom Inventory Management system, a migration strategy into Windows PCs, and a disaster recovery plan, all delivered economically with a small staff of 2. Owned complete IT solution portfolio for the corporation, and delivered top priorities including a custom Inventory Management system, a migration strategy into Windows PCs, and a disaster recovery plan, all delivered economically with a small staff of 2.
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Education
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University of St. Thomas
Graduate Certificate in Executive Coaching -
Saint Mary's University of Minnesota
B.A., Computer Science and Music -
Winona Senior High School
High School Diploma, Computer Science