Chip Parker

Chip F. Parker is a seasoned entrepreneur and executive with extensive experience in the life sciences and technology sectors. As the President & CEO of Labx Ventures since November 2018, Chip has developed a unique funding platform that integrates Venture Science, aimed at enhancing objectivity in investment analysis. Prior to this role, Chip co-founded Leading BioSciences, Inc., focusing on novel therapeutics related to the Gastrobiome, and has held various leadership positions in seed stage funds and startups, including Leading Ventures LLC and Inlab Ventures. Additionally, Chip was instrumental in establishing the Tech Coast Initiative, promoting Southern California as a technology hub, and launched early internet services with REALM Internet and Moviegoers.com. Chip's contributions to the industry have been recognized with an honorary membership from USC Marshall School of Business and accolades such as the "Cool Company" award from SDVG.