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Christian Garabedian

Biography

A proud native of Pensacola, Christian Garabedian is an alumnus of The University of West Florida, where he earned his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in 2015, followed by his Master of Business Administration in 2017.

Before returning to UWF, Christian amassed experience across various industries, including medical sales, regenerative medicine, rehabilitation, retail, and construction. His impressive career trajectory includes key leadership roles such as Chief Executive Officer, Chief Operations and Financial Officer, Chief Financial Officer, Senior Accountant, and Business Strategist.

Dedicated to giving back, Christian serves on the boards of two nonprofit organizations in Pensacola that support local citizens.

As an entrepreneur, Christian has successfully launched three companies in diverse fields: logistics, housing, and retail, all achieving notable exits. His academic pursuits at UWF include researching entrepreneurship for two SBI conferences, where he presented consecutively in 2016 and 2017. Looking ahead, he plans to pursue a Ph.D. in 2025.

In the classroom, Christian is a passionate professor, eager to guide students in becoming the best versions of themselves. He draws on his real-world experiences and entrepreneurial spirit to inspire and empower his students.