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Chris R. Brown, MBA, PhD Co-Founder & CEO
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Chris R. BrownMBA, PhD

Chris has a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Utah Valley University, an MBA from Thunderbird University, a Master's in Research Methods from Cranfield University (England), and a PhD from the Australian Graduate School of Entrepreneurship — earning him the title of "doctor, but not a dentist."

BS Business Administration — Utah Valley University MBA — Thunderbird University MS Research Methods — Cranfield University (England) PhD — Australian Graduate School of Entrepreneurship Tenured Associate Professor — Utah Tech University

In addition to starting 5 startups, Chris taught classes in entrepreneurship, marketing, economics, and small business management for 5 years in England and Australia. In addition to running Elevate Practices, he currently teaches entrepreneurship and small business management at Utah Tech University as a tenured faculty member.

Chris began working in the dental field in 2011, overseeing the growth of multiple dental practices around Dallas, Texas. He developed operational systems, trainings, and marketing platforms that bring together team members in a professional and fun culture.

Chris worked full time in dental practices for 5 years while refining systems, checklists, marketing plans, and coordinating with doctors, front office, hygienists, and assistants to grow every aspect of the practices. With an extensive background in entrepreneurship education, Chris knows how to grow brands, implement operational systems that bring predictability and scalability, and create fantastic cultures that empower team members.

Chris and his family reside in St. George, Utah, where he continues to run Elevate. He also volunteers as a girls' soccer coach at a local high school.