Chris Morton
Operating Partner
#Business Development
#Leadership
#Mergers & Acquisitions
#Product Strategy
#Raising Capital
#Startups
#Multinational Teams
Background:
I launch and accelerate the profitable growth of companies by creatively mapping technology to successful business models and market/customer penetration strategies, by leveraging industry partnerships, and by securing institutional and strategic investment.
*SkyCross: Co-founder - 750M antennas sold, acquired by Airgain. (See Abstract)
NanoPhotonica: Co-founder - funded by Samsung.
Mesh Networks: Co-founder - acquired by Motorola.
Raised over $85M in Capital: Bought China-based Shanghai Universe Communications.
Education: University of Pennsylvania - Ph.D, Communication Systems.
Industries
# Energy & Utilities
# Hardware / IoT
# Manufacturing - Light
# SaaS Development
# Teleco
# Aerospace
# Automotive
# Blockchain
# Broadband
# Electronics
- Advisory Board, Former Chairman: GrowFL
- Executive Committee: Orlando Tech Council
Articles & Case Studies
“The are two important days in your life. The day you were born and the day you find out why.”
—Mark Twain, American writer
What I'm Reading / Listening To:
Comment:
Provides a much-needed "long view" when current events weigh heavily.
Still On My Bucket List:
Travel to Egypt. Learn about the structure and uses of DNA from experts. Learn to play electric guitar (I play drums). And, write more music.
Best Business Advice:
As a leader, know your strengths and limitations, be open to feedback and new ideas, and hire accordingly.
