Chris Elia

Chris Elia is an experienced professional in partnerships and business development within the higher education sector. Currently serving as Vice President of Partnerships at Knack since January 2024, Chris focuses on addressing equity gaps for students through innovative peer-to-peer tutoring strategies. Prior to this, Chris held various roles, including Senior Partnerships Director at Mentor Collective, where efforts were centered on mentorship and ensuring student success. Work history also includes notable positions at Hotcourses Group, where Chris managed global initiatives, and HubSpot as an Inbound Marketing Specialist. Chris started a career at Eduventures and Percussion Software, contributing to higher education research and digital experiences. Chris holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Merrimack College.