Chris Suzdak

Chris Suzdak has 14 years of experience in building and scaling teams across various sectors, including Water, Energy, Health, Telco, and Public Sectors. Currently, they serve as the Vice President of Ventures at Sand Technologies, following roles as a Specialist and Director in the same department. Previously, Chris founded CoffeeChat, a coaching platform that democratizes access to personalized coaching sessions. Their experience also includes roles at Olam International, PULA, and One Acre Fund, where they led significant initiatives in corporate social responsibility and agricultural microfinance across multiple countries. Chris holds a B.A. in Economics from Occidental College.