Cameron R. Nelson

Biography

~ Digital Leader

~ Startup Founder

~ MBA, MA

Mr. Nelson has 21 years of experience developing technology strategies for Fortune 500 businesses and startups. Formerly, he was a senior technology consultant for PwC in Silicon Valley. Now, he is the founder of Tenzing Startup Consultants and Chief Digital Advisor for Small Business Development Centers across the US. He advises hundreds of businesses and startups on technology issues, and mentors startups pro-bobo through the AWS Startup Loft Accelerator, i.Lab@UVA, Shenandoah Community Capital Fund, and the Virginia Innovation Accelerator.

Mr. Nelson founded a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) environmental website for tree preservation, and a blockchain platform for nonprofits. His startup approach utilizes the leadership skills of CEO, the operational proficiency of COO, and digital expertise of CTO. He has traveled to over 60 countries, and believes technology has the ability to change the world for the better.

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2000-2006

Cumulatively five years of independent, self-guided travel to over 60 countries on six continents.

Global Travel Experience

2007

Received BA in History and Anthropology

Humboldt State University, CA

2010

Received MA in Middle East Studies

University of Utah, UT

2010-2012

Humanitarian Conflict Monitoring and Evaluation Researcher

Search for Common Ground, Washington DC

2015

Received MBA

The College of William and Mary, VA

2015-2017

Technology Consulting Manager

PwC, Silicon Valley, CA

2018-Now

Founded: Tenzing Startup Consultants

Charlottesville, VA

2019

Received Global Business Certifications

Harvard Business School Online

2021-Now

Chief Digital Advisor

Virginia Small Business Development Center, Washington DC

STARTUPS

Cameron has over ten startups in his portfolio





SaaS Website for tree preservation

Co-Founder and COO

Mobile Mechanic App

Co-Founder and COO


Making Human / AI interactions great.

Founder and CEO

TRAVELS

Global Travel Experience

2000​

UK Travels

England, Wales, & Scotland (and the Lake District)

2002​

Journey to the Valley of Seti

Italy, Vatican City, Greece, Egypt

2003​

Iceland to France via Russia

Iceland, Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Finland, Russia, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Czech Republic, Hungary, Croatia, Slovenia, Italy, France

2004​

Pilgrimage to the Thar Desert

New Zealand, Australia, Thailand, Lao, Viet nam, Cambodia, India, Sri Lanka, United Arab Emirates, South Africa, Swaziland, Lesotho, Namibia, Botswana

2006

South American Adventure

Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Chile, Argentina, Uruguay

And more…

With a diverse career spanning startups, technology, and business, I am passionate about exploring the intersections of innovation, culture, and creativity. From developing tech startups that help solve critical problems, to providing leadership and training, I bring a dynamic approach to every project. If you’re interested in collaborating, learning more about my work, or simply want to get in touch, feel free to reach out through the contact page. I’m always open to new connections and opportunities!

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