Nelson is principal at Clellan Consulting, a minority-owned philanthropic advisory and nonprofit services firm he founded. His consulting practice uniquely blends cultural, lived, and professional experiences for a more mindful and sustainable social impact.
As the son of Cambodian refugees, Nelson’s passion for affordable housing stems from his childhood background in low-income housing and public assistance programs. He understands firsthand the challenges experienced by underserved families and brings an equity-focused lens to his work. With the shared belief that all lives have equal value, Nelson spent 12 years at the Gates Foundation in support of this mission where he managed a comprehensive investment portfolio serving vulnerable communities in the Pacific Northwest. Prior to the Gates Foundation, Nelson worked in a variety of capacities in the private, public, and nonprofit sectors. By taking part in the USC Ross Minority Program in Real Estate, Nelson seeks to cultivate his knowledge in real estate finance, investing, and development as it aligns to his personal and professional aspirations.
Lastly, Nelson is an alumnus of Harvard Business School, New York University, and Seattle University. He is an active volunteer in his community and currently resides in Seattle, Washington.
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Email: contact@clellan.com