Don Nielsen
About Don Nielsen
Don Nielsen serves as the Sr. Strategic Partnerships Manager at Awardco, where he has worked since 2024. He has a diverse professional background, including roles in claims management and employee recognition, and he balances his career with family life.
Current Role at Awardco
Don Nielsen currently serves as the Sr. Strategic Partnerships Manager at Awardco, a position he has held since 2024. In this role, he focuses on developing and managing strategic partnerships that enhance the company's offerings. His responsibilities include identifying potential partners, negotiating agreements, and fostering long-term relationships that contribute to the company's growth.
Previous Experience at Awardco
Prior to his current role, Don Nielsen worked at Awardco as the Strategic Partnerships Manager from 2023 to 2024. He also served as an Account Executive from 2021 to 2023. During his time in these positions, he contributed to the company's strategic initiatives and played a key role in expanding its partnership network.
Professional Background in Insurance and Recognition
Before joining Awardco, Don Nielsen held various positions in the insurance industry. He worked as a Claims Manager and Assistant Manager - Claims at Security National Life Insurance Company from 2018 to 2020. He also served as a Spanish Marketing Specialist and later as a Spanish Marketing and Customer Service Manager at Lincoln Heritage Life Insurance Company from 2010 to 2017. Additionally, he gained experience as a Culture & Recognition Specialist at O.C. Tanner from 2020 to 2021.
Education and Skills
Don Nielsen studied General Studies at Chandler/Gilbert Community College from 2011 to 2015. His educational background supports his professional endeavors, particularly in strategic partnerships and employee recognition. He is recognized for his skills in building and elevating ecosystems, as indicated by his title 'Ecosystem Elevator', and he advocates for employee recognition, earning the designation of 'Employee Recognition Champion'.
Personal Interests and Family Life
Don Nielsen balances his professional career with family life, identifying as a husband and father. He has a passion for sports, which reflects his personal interests outside of work. This balance between career and family underscores his commitment to both professional success and personal fulfillment.