Chris Petranoff

Chris Petranoff has extensive experience in financial management and operations, primarily within the Walt Disney Company, where roles include Senior Manager of Finance, Sr Manager of Groups and Conventions Billing, and currently, Sr Manager of Payment and Fraud Center of Excellence. Responsibilities have encompassed managing direct-to-consumer payments, overseeing billing for groups and events, and leading credit card payment operations to identify and mitigate fraud trends. Prior to Disney, Chris held various positions at MasterCard, developing financial analysis and product costing strategies. Educational background includes a Bachelor's Degree in Business Management from the University of Missouri-Columbia and a Master's Degree in Business Administration from the University of Missouri-Saint Louis. Additionally, Chris serves as an American Advisory Board Member (Merchant co-chair) at the Merchant Risk Council.