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Chris Onan
Investor / Entrepreneur / Operator
Denver Metropolitan Area
Overview
Chris Onan is a seasoned investor, entrepreneur, and operator based in the Denver Metropolitan Area. He has held key roles such as Managing Director at a private family office and Co-Founding General Partner at Galvanize Ventures, showcasing a strong background in venture capital, business development, and executive management.
Notable highlights of his career include co-founding Galvanize and serving as its Chief Financial Officer, as well as his role as a Managing Director at Appian Ventures, demonstrating expertise in venture financing, start-ups, and leadership in the business world.
Work Experience
Managing Director
2018 - Current
Co-Founding General Partner
2013
Portfolio of investments includes: Stream, Billie, Jumpcloud, Genies, Self Financial, Rachio, Cozy, Dataworld, Purewow, and many others.
Co-Founder and Chief Financial Officer
2012 - 2016
Board Member
2005 - 2012
Uplight provides end-to-end customer-centric technology solutions.
Managing Director
2004 - 2012
Board Member
2009 - 2012
Acquired by Payspan
Board Member
2006 - 2009
Auctionpay was acquired by Global Payments (NYSE: GPN)
Senior Associate
2000 - 2004
Associate
1996 - 1999
Education
Bachelor of Arts
1992 - 1996