Russ Crosson

Russ and his wife Julie live in Roswell, Georgia and are active in teaching and mentoring young married couples in their church. They have three sons, three daughters-in-law, and ten grandchildren. In his spare time, Russ enjoys playing pickleball, water skiing, and especially enjoys time with his grandchildren. From 1999 – 2002, Russ served as Executive Director of the National Christian Foundation (NCF). Russ is the author of several books including Your Life… Well Spent, The Truth About Money Lies, What Makes a Leader Great, and Your Money Made Simple. He has also been a featured speaker in many venues. Russ graduated from Kansas State University with a BS in mathematics and a master’s degree in education. Russ is the chief mission officer and senior partner of Blue Trust and was hired in 1980 as the second employee of Blue Trust. He also serves as Chief Mission Officer for Blue Trust and works to ensure the mission never changes and is inculcated into future generations. Prior to his current position, Russ served as president and CEO of Blue Trust (2002 – 2017).