Chris Wheedleton is a seasoned strategist and leader with more than three decades of experience guiding organizations through growth, change, and transformation. His career bridges the worlds of global corporations, higher education, and mission-driven nonprofits — giving him a unique perspective on how to align strategy, people, and resources to deliver bold results.

At Rivers & Roads Consulting, Chris has continued his long-standing client partnerships while leading new initiatives across the nonprofit and education sectors. His recent work includes strategic planning for human services organizations, capacity-building partnerships with workforce innovators, and organizational support for emerging nonprofits. Whether working with established institutions or start-ups, Chris’s role is consistent: collaborate deeply, identify the greatest needs and opportunities, and design strategies that position organizations for long-term success.

Earlier in his career, Chris served in senior leadership roles with Fortune 500 companies, large-scale education enterprises, and philanthropic foundations. Among his proudest achievements was leading a decade-long effort to launch 56 charter schools and local boards across the country, an initiative that brought more than $40 million in private investment into public education and created better learning environments for thousands of students and their families.

Chris brings to every client engagement a blend of strategic planning, organizational development, and fundraising expertise, combined with a deep commitment to stakeholder engagement and community impact. Known for his ability to move seamlessly between boardrooms, classrooms, and community forums, Chris helps leaders build clarity, confidence, and momentum.