Before being selected to lead CBMC International, Chris dedicated 28 years to a distinguished career in the public sector.
As a Commanding Officer in the U.S. Marine Corps, he led some of the world’s toughest personnel, honing his leadership skills in demanding environments. In 1999, he transitioned to the United States Secret Service, where he was responsible for protecting seven American presidents and leading elite teams in complex, high-stakes international missions. He was selected as the Diplomatic Attaché to the nation of Colombia from 2003 – 2008.
Chris’s educational background is grounded in both leadership and theology. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Operational Leadership and History from Tulane University and a Master’s degree in Christian Ministry from Liberty Theological Seminary. Chris and his wife, Ana, live in Boca Raton, Florida, and have three children. He can be reached at csimpson@cbmcint.org.
