Chris McKay is a seasoned investment professional with extensive experience in venture capital and board leadership roles across various technology companies. As Managing Director at Granite Ventures since September 1998, Chris has been instrumental in driving investments in innovative firms. Notable board memberships include Marqeta, Inc., where Chris led the Series A investment and participated in the company's IPO in June 2021, and Lucidworks, known for cognitive search solutions. Additional board roles at companies such as HireVue, Anaplan, and Symplified highlight Chris's expertise in digital assessment platforms, cloud-based business modeling, and identity and access management. Chris holds a BA from the University of Virginia and has participated in ongoing education with NOLS since 1992.