Bio
Christopher Thompson is a native of Wilson North Carolina and has lived in Columbus Ohio since 2001. His educational background includes an Associates in Advanced Leadership at Valor Christian College, MA in Human Services and Social Work at Walden University. In 2010 he completed his BA in Psychology and Human Relations at Ohio Christian University. Currently he is working on his Phd in Developmental Psychology at Walden University. His focus on community collaboration has led him to a number of employment opportunities and leadership roles. All of his experience includes: Behavior Specialist, Mental Health Coordinator, Juvenile Detention Leadership, Life Skills Teacher, Youth Minister and College Basketball Coaching. He has been a youth liaison with several ministry organizations, Huckleberry House life skills instructor, Restore Whitehall Community Builder, Whitehall School District resource teacher, Columbus City Schools life skills teacher, and Harvest Preparatory school Bible teacher. Basic Skills was created in 2018 to bridge the gap between social skills and leadership advancement. His keynote speaking has been an inspiration to thousands of individuals across the country. The popularity of his program has expanded to different regions outside of Columbus OH. He is excited when the light comes on for so many children and they start to walk in their purpose. The role that he cherishes most of all is that of being a father to his sons Jadon Christopher Thompson and Canaan Thompson.
MISSION
TO SUPPORT THE INDIVIDUAL NEEDS OF LEADERS AND PROVIDE A CONSTRUCTIVE ENVIRONMENT, WHICH PREPARES THEM TO LIVE, WORK, AND BECOME A VITAL PART OF OUR COMMUNITY.
OUR IMPACT
THE FOCUS OF THIS ORGANIZATION IS TO TEACH LEADERSHIP SKILLS TO INDIVIDUALS THROUGH INTERACTIVE LESSONS, COMMUNITY SERVICE, AND SPECIALIZED EVENTS. WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT PROVIDES TRAINING, ASSESSMENTS, CAREER GOALS, EFFECTIVE MANAGEMENT, TEAM BUILDING, COMMUNICATION TECHNIQUES, AND COACHING.
“WE ARE BRINGING REAL LIFE TO THE CLASSROOM”
41k
(6 YEARS)
With much joy, we send our thanks to organizations and individuals for the generous donations you sent to Basic Skills to support this movement. We look forward to seeing you at the next event so we can thank you even more.
6+
YEARS OF SERVICE
Basic Skills is proud to serve communities all across Central Ohio. We also acknowledge that our organization has been in existence for almost 6 years now.
5.5k+
PEOPLE IMPACTED
These programs have been a safety net for candidates who possess a growth mindset. We have served over 5.5k individuals since June 2018
Listen
TESTIMONIAL
KeyNote Speaker
VIDEOS
Online Session (Self-Awareness)
Ohio Christian University Session
The Program
MANAGEMENT SKILLS TRAINING
PROFESSIONAL TRAINING (10 CORE SKILLS)
SOFT SKILLS
CREATIVE THINKING
CAREER PLANNING
SURVEY COURSE (CAREER CHOICE)
VOLUNTEER / COMMUNITY SERVICE
MONEY MANAGEMENT
JOB TRAINING
TALENT DEVELOPMENT
DIVERSITY
COMMUNICATION
COACHING / FEEDBACK
Thank You!!!
Message from Kenneth & Tasha Cobbs Leonard
