Chris Marks is a managing partner at Firebrand Ventures with over 15 years of experience investing in early-stage technology companies. He previously founded Blue Note Ventures and held partner roles at Tango and High Country Venture.
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Firebrand Ventures writes $500K to $1M checks, larger than 71% of firms in the atlas.
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- Hogan & Hartson · lawyer
- High Country Venture · Partner
- Tango · Partner
- Blue Note Ventures · Founder and Managing Partner
- Firebrand Ventures · Managing PartnerNow
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Who is Chris Marks?
Chris Marks is a managing partner at Firebrand Ventures with over 15 years of experience investing in early-stage technology companies. He previously founded Blue Note Ventures and held partner roles at Tango and High Country Venture.
How much does Chris Marks invest?
Chris Marks invests through Firebrand Ventures, which writes checks of $500K to $1M at seed.
How do I pitch Chris Marks?
A warm intro from a founder Firebrand Ventures backed works best. A short LinkedIn note with one line on traction is the next best route.
What did Chris Marks do before Firebrand Ventures?
lawyer at Hogan & Hartson; Partner at High Country Venture; Partner at Tango; Founder and Managing Partner at Blue Note Ventures.
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