Chris Dial

Chris Dial has a diverse work experience spanning several companies. Chris is currently the Co-Founder and CEO of Salutare, a position they have held since December 2020. Prior to that, they worked at Microsoft for over 18 years in various roles, including Senior Director of Cloud ISVs and Startups, Director of Business Manager and Sales Channels, Application Platform Lead, Field Liaison for EMEA, and Senior Product Manager. At Microsoft, Chris was responsible for managing teams, developing marketing strategies, and leading field marketing efforts. Before joining Microsoft, they worked as an Analyst at Forrester Research, where they led research in App Servers, Web Services, Integration, and Development, and provided strategic advice to major technology companies. Overall, Chris has a strong background in technology, marketing, and strategic planning.

Chris Dial attended Carleton College from 1993 to 1997, where they obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree. Their field of study consisted of Chemistry, International Relations, and German.

In terms of additional certifications, Chris Dial achieved the following:

1. Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals from Microsoft in November 2019.

2. Microsoft-INSEAD Value Negotiation from Microsoft - INSEAD in April 2018.

3. Microsoft-INSEAD Online Challenging Customers through Business Model Innovation from INSEAD Executive Education in December 2016.

4. Selling to the C-Suite from Wharton Executive Education in March 2016.

5. Microsoft-INSEAD Online Business Strategy and Financial Acumen from INSEAD Executive Education in January 2016.

6. Cyber Essentials from The IASME Consortium Ltd in June 2023.

7. PSI - Master Coach in International Communications and Negotiations from PSI. The month and year of obtaining this certification are unknown.