Brian Christensen
About Brian Christensen
Brian Christensen is the Executive Vice President and Global Practice Leader for Managed Solutions at Protiviti, with extensive experience in governance, risk, and compliance.
Executive Vice President at Protiviti
Brian Christensen currently holds the position of Executive Vice President, Global Practice Leader - Managed Solutions at Protiviti. In this role, he leverages his extensive experience in leading global teams to deliver managed solutions across various regions, including the Americas, Asia-Pacific, Europe, and the Middle East. He has been with Protiviti since 2022, contributing significantly to the firm's approach to governance, risk, and compliance.
Strategic Collaboration and Global Internal Audit Solutions Leadership
Brian Christensen also serves as Protiviti's Executive Vice President - Strategic Collaboration and Global Internal Audit Solutions Leader. In this capacity, he has been a key driver in shaping the company’s strategic collaboration initiatives and the internal audit solutions landscape since 2002. His role focuses on enhancing the internal audit profession and ensuring effective risk management and compliance for Protiviti's clients globally.
Previous Position at Arthur Andersen & Co.
Before joining Protiviti, Brian Christensen worked at Arthur Andersen & Co. as a Partner from 1990 to 2002. During his 12-year tenure, he gained valuable experience in the financial auditing sector, which provided a strong foundation for his subsequent leadership roles. His time at Arthur Andersen contributed to shaping his expertise in governance and compliance.
Education and Early Career
Brian Christensen studied at the University of Wisconsin-Madison from 1980 to 1984, where he developed a solid academic foundation that has supported his professional growth. His education played a crucial role in preparing him for a successful career in financial auditing and managed solutions.
Contributions to the Internal Audit Profession
Brian Christensen has made significant contributions to the internal audit profession. As a past president of the Internal Audit Foundation, he has actively worked to advance the field. His leadership and expertise have helped shape best practices and improve standards within internal auditing, benefiting the entire profession.