Hello, my name is Chris.
I work at the intersection of venture capital, startup leadership, and science-driven innovation, helping translate technical breakthroughs into scalable businesses.
I am currently a Principal on the Corporate Venture Capital team at MANN+HUMMEL, where I focus on sourcing, evaluating, and supporting investments across mobility, clean air and water, and industrial technologies. My work spans deal sourcing, diligence, market analysis, and portfolio support.
In parallel, I am actively involved in building and advising early-stage companies across biomanufacturing, therapeutics, medical devices, supply chain, agtech, foodtech, and diagnostics. My work focuses on company formation, commercialization strategy, and early go-to-market execution, particularly for science-driven and university-origin technologies.
Before moving into venture and startup leadership, I spent over a decade at AbbVie in roles across engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and strategy. My work focused on global supplier risk management, industry and company analysis, and M&A due diligence, supporting both operational execution and strategic decision-making.
I am currently pursuing an MBA at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, with a focus on Finance, Entrepreneurship, and Strategic Management, and I hold a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from Purdue University.
This site includes my investment research, financial models, and writing.
Outside of work, I enjoy photography, reading, following public markets, and traveling with my wife, Erin, and our golden retriever, Archie.
Areas of Expertise
Market, company, and competitive research
Venture and M&A due diligence
Financial modeling and valuation
Startup strategy and commercialization
Operational, supply chain, and strategic risk management
Pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and life sciences
Areas of Interest
Venture capital and corporate venture capital
Early-stage company building and entrepreneurship
Corporate mergers and acquisitions
Investment research and diligence
Pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and life sciences
Healthcare, femtech, and medical devices
Energy, clean technology, and sustainability
What drew me to investing?
My journey into investing started on my sixth birthday with a meaningful gift from my grandmother—one share of Microsoft stock. She patiently explained what it meant to own a piece of a company, sparking my curiosity. Over time, we began investing in companies that caught our attention. Together, we would research, discuss, and analyze each company, turning each investment into a learning experience.
My grandmother's curiosity and her belief in investing time and energy into things that truly interest you became a guiding principle in my life. This early exposure fostered a lifelong interest in understanding new technologies, industries, and investment opportunities. Her influence continues to shape how I approach both my personal and professional endeavors, with a focus on curiosity, learning, and thoughtful investment.