Chris Cottingham

Chris Cottingham is an experienced professional with a diverse background in hospitality, business development, and real estate. As the Owner/Operator of Centro Paninoteca Wine Bar from May 2006 to August 2008, Chris conceptualized and launched a distinct wine bar and restaurant in North Scottsdale, managing all operational aspects. Following this, Chris held the position of Account Executive and Fine Wine Specialist at Southern Wine & Spirits from 2008 to 2011, where sales strategies facilitated $12.2 million in annual sales. Previous experience includes serving as a Senior Manager at The Cheesecake Factory, managing a high-volume unit, and as Director of Operations at Delux, overseeing construction and marketing initiatives. From June 2013 to August 2020, Chris was the Arizona Business Development Manager at MAPFRE, focusing on team oversight and product development. Most recently, Chris worked as a Real Estate Agent at Realty ONE Group from November 2020 to June 2023. Chris holds a degree from Arizona State University, completed in 1998.