About Alan Nagel
Executive Director - ABBA- Austin Bridge Builders Alliance

Born and raised in Maryland. Graduated from Asbury University with a degree in Economics and Sociology. Joined the staff of Campus Crusade for Christ in 1967 and spent 25 years serving globally with CCC leadership in cities around the world as well as serving as the National Director of Here's Life America. Currently, the Executive Director of ABBA however, has been involved with the organization since 2001. Alan has been married to Tina for 41 years and has two children, Lisa and Todd and 10 grandchildren.

Which of your personal traits is most important in making you a good leader?
Finding gifted individuals in areas of my weaknesses.
Was there a particular experience in your life that prepared you for leadership?
Growing up on the farm in Maryland required me to have to take responsibility early. I had no titles but I had responsibility to do the work.
What was the “aha” moment that got you started in your current career/line of work?
The 'aha' moment was when I started understanding the importance of the spiritual dimension of my life in determining character development, when I started understanding the difference between religion and a personal relationship with a living God through Jesus Christ.
When you were 10, what did you want to be when you grew up?
I wanted to play professional soccer or baseball.
How long have you lived in Austin? What brought you here?
I have lived in Austin for 34 years. The ministry of Campus Crusade for Christ to work with young business and professional leaders is what brought me to the area.