Christian McAdams serves as the Director of Economic Strategy and Development for ChangeMakers Hawaiʻi, where he drives initiatives to foster economic equity, improve access to financial resources, and advocate for policies that benefit the economic welfare of the community. In this role, Christian works closely with local nonprofits and small businesses, supporting their growth and resilience through strategic planning, resource alignment, and legislative advocacy at both the state and local levels.

With over 15 years of diverse experiences in finance and entrepreneurship, Christian combines a pragmatic approach with a strong commitment to social impact. He brings expertise in financial planning, budgeting, and analysis to the organization, helping to ensure robust and sustainable financial strategies for ChangeMakers Hawaiʻi.

Christian has a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance and Economics from Hawai’i Pacific University, a graduate certificate in nonprofit finance from Cornell University, and multiple professional certificates. He is currently pursuing his Masters in Economic Development.

Before joining ChangeMakers, Christian served the veteran community as a Member Services Representative with Navy Federal Credit Union, taught personal finance courses through his own small business, and worked as a Contract Specialist and Finance Technician in the United States Marine Corps. This breadth of experience underpins Christian’s commitment to strengthening economic opportunity and inclusivity across Hawaiʻi’s communities.