Chris Shortall

Chris Shortall, PMP, PMI-ACP, CIA, is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in product planning, operations, and business development. Currently serving as the Director of Product Planning and Operations at Salesforce since August 2021, Chris also contributes to the Novato Charter School Board of Directors. Previously, Chris held key roles in Poly as Director of Audio Conferencing and Solutions PMO and Business Operations, and in Polycom as Program Director of Business Operations, where significant improvements were made to budgeting processes and organizational effectiveness. Prior experience includes leadership positions at Protiviti, focusing on internal audit and finance process optimization, while overseeing complex client engagements and compliance initiatives. Chris holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with Special Attainments in Commerce from Washington and Lee University.