Chris Larsen

Chris Larsen is a highly experienced technology professional with a strong background in data solutions and strategic partnerships. Currently serving as Director of Strategic Partnerships and Alliances and Principal Solutions Architect at Redpanda Data since March 2022, Chris specializes in next-generation event streaming. Prior to this, Chris held positions at Confluent as Senior Solutions Engineer for Strategic Enterprise and Financial Services, focusing on modernizing data pipelines with Apache Kafka. Chris's previous roles also include Principal Solutions Architect at Qlik, Senior Consultant in Enterprise Intelligence, and various leadership positions in IT at Stericycle, High Sierra, and Chicago Gear. Chris began a career in technology as a Network Engineer and Systems Administrator at Shedd Aquarium, showcasing a diverse expertise in analytics, data engineering, and IT infrastructure management across various industries.