Chris O'Brien

Chris O'Brien is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in program and portfolio management, particularly within the financial services sector. A notable tenure at Citi from 2016 to 2020 included roles such as Program & Portfolio Manager for Strategic Growth Initiatives at Citi Ventures, where Chris managed the D10X corporate innovation program, and Head of Strategy Execution at Citi Commercial Bank, leading strategic initiatives for a rapidly growing business. Previous experience includes serving as COO at Voyage Control and Associate Director at KPMG Strategy Group, focusing on growth and innovation strategies. Chris's leadership background originated in the US Army, where roles included managing paratroopers and planning logistics in combat operations. Currently serving as Client Partner at Blend, Chris specializes in developing strategic AI applications for financial services, leveraging advanced data science and engineering capabilities. Chris holds multiple degrees, including a Master of Science in Business Analytics from New York University, an MBA from London Business School, and a BA in Government from Cornell University.