ABOUT ME
Welcome to my website! I'm Christopher Freeze, and my mission is to help you create an environment where people thrive, performance increases, and employee and organizational well-being is the goal.
A Lifetime of Service and Leadership
For over two decades, I had the privilege of serving as a Special Agent with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), investigating criminal, cyber, and national security threats. During the final three years of my career, I was entrusted with leading the FBI office in Mississippi as the Special Agent in Charge, overseeing all operations within the state. This experience solidified my belief that effective leadership is the cornerstone of success.
After retiring from the FBI in 2019, I was appointed as the Executive Director of the Mississippi Department of Human Services (MDHS) by former Governor Phil Bryant. In this role, I led an agency dedicated to providing vital public assistance to children and families across the state. Once again, I witnessed firsthand the transformative power of strong leadership.
“I am confident Christopher Freeze will do a great job leading MDHS,” Gov. Phil Bryant said. “His intellect and leadership experience as a Special Agent in Charge at the FBI makes him an excellent fit to guide the agency during this period of transition. I am grateful he has accepted this appointment.”
Phil Bryant, former Governor of Mississippi
A Journey of Growth and Transformation
Early in my career, I struggled with being an effective leader, manager, and supervisor. However, I was determined to grow and improve. I immersed myself in studying leadership principles and, more importantly, put them into practice. Looking back, I realize that we all need leaders who truly understand the challenges people face, both at home and in the workplace.
Empowering Leaders, Inspiring Change
My mission is to empower you with the knowledge and confidence to become a more effective leader. I want to help you succeed and become the hope-centered, trusted leader that everyone aspires to work with. Through my LinkedIn page, I share insights on leadership, hope, cybersecurity, and other critical issues. Connect with me there to stay inspired and informed.
Together, we can embark on a journey of growth, empowerment, and positive change. I'm here to support you every step of the way, helping you unlock your full potential as a leader who inspires and uplifts those around you.
"When most people of think of 'FBI executive," the stereotype that comes to mind isn't smiling, affable, or understanding of business realities, but with our audience, Chris was all those. I gladly recommend Chris to others who need an entertaining speaker about business cooperation with law enforcement."
Pepper CrutcherPartner, Balch & Bingham LLP