Chris Blashaw

Chris Blashaw has extensive experience in operations and finance, working in various leadership roles for notable companies. Chris served as the Director of Operations at Hoshizaki America, where they managed the distribution network and implemented procedures to improve asset control and vendor relationships. Prior to that, they co-founded and managed the daily functions of Gooding & Company, an auction firm that achieved significant profitability under their leadership. Chris also worked as an independent consultant for Primary Consultants, advising art galleries on business management strategies. Early in their career, they gained experience at Christie's International, where they quickly climbed the ranks from Finance Coordinator to Assistant Vice President.

Chris Blashaw began their education journey in 1991 at California State University, Long Beach, where they pursued a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degree in Drawing & Painting. Chris successfully completed their undergraduate studies in 1997. Following this, Chris enrolled at California State University-Dominguez Hills and earned a Master of Public Administration (MPA) degree with a Nonprofit Focus between 2007 and 2009. Later, in 2010, they returned to California State University-Dominguez Hills to obtain a Certificate in Grant Writing & Administration.