Chris Vane
Managing Director
Chris Vane, who has been a seasoned professional since 1985, serves as a Managing Director where he has demonstrated exceptional proficiency in sales, relationship cultivation, strategic alliances, and partnership development. His distinguished career includes prior engagements with reputable organizations such as Computer Science Corp, Lante, and MCI.
Chris has more than 25 years of experience in developing the northern California marketplace. He has a specific focus on technology, life sciences and cleantech. He has built a center of excellence for artificial intelligence and assists companies with attaining funding through innovative strategies and relationships.
He has advised clients in all areas of the lifecycle from startups through public companies. Specific areas of work include:
- Start up formation
- IPO preparedness
- Interim Finance, Accounting, Marketing
- Mergers & acquisitions
- IT Selection and strategy
- Compliance
- Grants and tax credits
He has advised many startups on sales and marketing practices and general business concerns.
In addition to his professional endeavors, Chris is actively involved as a youth soccer and basketball coach, contributing to the development and growth of young athletes.
