Kris Brinker

Leading business development and the creative force behind Ocean 5 Strategies®, Kris brings over 25 years of experience as director of new client development, art director, creative content developer, and marketing strategist. Under her leadership, Ocean 5 Strategies® has earned over thirty creative awards to date.

Kris has held influential roles in Fortune 500 companies, as well as a multi-million dollar government contractor and has experience in providing marketing strategy and execution for B2B, B2G, and B2C.

Prior to Ocean 5 Strategies®, Kris owned and operated a successful Northern Virginia marketing and branding company serving government agencies, government contractors, Fortune 500 companies, trade associations, and private small business nationwide.

Kris is a respected business leader who has served multiple terms on the board of the Central Fairfax Chamber of Commerce working to energize local small businesses.

Kris’ professional success is balanced and energized by her personal passion as a practitioner and instructor of Tai Chi, Qigong, Yoga, and Reiki. After juggling her busy days with Ocean 5, she refocuses her time to help people relax and improve their health and balance with her Just Breathe Tai Chi classes. Kris has been told that her Zen-like attitude helps her clients feel better about their own demands and goals.