Chris Pedersen

Bio:

Chris Pedersen serves as a key architect of Connected Nation’s strategic vision, leading planning and business development initiatives that advance the organization’s nonprofit mission to close the digital divide. Chris orchestrates the alignment of programs, partnerships, and teams to deliver high-impact broadband initiatives that span both national and international landscapes. With over 15 years of experience in broadband strategy, Chris has collaborated with experts in community engagement, GIS, public policy, engineering, and technical services to design and launch targeted programs that expand broadband access, adoption, and meaningful use. His work has helped empower underserved communities and foster inclusive digital growth. Chris brings a strong track record of building high-impact, public-private partnerships, blending innovation with execution to deliver outcomes that matter. Before joining Connected Nation, Chris spent over a decade in executive roles at Fortune 500 companies, leading teams in sales, marketing, and business development.