Chris Bernatz is a corporate finance professional currently serving as the Manager of Corporate & Business Development at Etsy, where they support partnerships and acquisitions to enhance buyer and seller communities. With a robust background in consumer goods and technology, Chris has experience in accounting, financial analysis, and project management. They co-founded Understudy: For Creatives in 2024, further contributing to their diverse skill set in analytics and web development. Chris holds a Bachelor's degree with Distinction in Finance from the University of Minnesota and participated in an exchange program at the University of Amsterdam focusing on Economics and Security Analysis.