Dave Christensen

Dave Christensen is a keynote speaker, leadership consultant and former Division I and professional football coach who helps leaders, teams and organizations perform at their best when the stakes are highest. With more than 40 years of coaching and leadership experience, Christensen built his career in some of the most competitive environments in sports, serving as head coach at the University of Wyoming and in key leadership roles at Missouri, Toledo, Utah, Texas A&M, Arizona State and in professional football.

Christensen is the author of "YOUR 4th Down: Why You Need to Go For It," and the creator of the A.D.A.P.T. Game Plan—Attitude, Discipline, Attention to Detail in Preparation, Perseverance and Touchdown. He brings those hard-earned lessons to business, education, athletics and nonprofit audiences through high-energy, practical presentations focused on leadership, resilience, culture, teamwork and personal growth. His message is built on real-life experience, powerful storytelling and practical tools that help audiences turn pressure into purpose and adversity into action.

Christensen has spoken to corporate teams, school districts, coaches, student leaders and conference audiences, including the Troon Global Leadership Conference and the Ontario Montclair School District. Known for his authenticity, energy and ability to connect with diverse audiences, Christensen challenges people to lead boldly, stay disciplined and make the right call when it matters most.