Chris Vargas
Board Member at Cosmic Aerospace | Los Altos, California, United States
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Chris Vargas is a dynamic force in the realm of private equity and entrepreneurship, currently serving as the Founder of Emerging Cities Investments. With a rich background as a private investor and a five-time startup founder, Chris has honed a unique skill set that encompasses international marketing, business development, and corporate strategy. His expertise lies not only in fundraising—having successfully raised over $250 million from pre-seed rounds to IPOs—but also in building and leading high-performing startup teams that drive innovative ideas to market.
At Emerging Cities Investments, Chris is at the forefront of identifying and nurturing transformative ventures that align with his vision of sustainable urban development. His current projects focus on cleantech investments, where he leverages his extensive knowledge of business modeling and venture capital to support startups that are poised to make a significant impact on their communities. By fostering a collaborative environment, Chris empowers entrepreneurs to refine their strategies and scale their operations effectively, ensuring that they are well-equipped to navigate the complexities of the market.
Chris firmly believes that entrepreneurship is the greatest force shaping our world and future. His commitment to this philosophy is evident in his hands-on approach to mentoring emerging leaders and guiding them through the intricacies of startup ventures. As he continues to expand his influence in the private equity landscape, Chris Vargas remains dedicated to driving innovation and creating sustainable solutions that will benefit cities and their inhabitants for generations to come.
Board Member at Cosmic Aerospace in January 2024 to Present
Founder at Kip-AI in August 2024 to Present
Board Member, Vire Health Oy at Vire Health in November 2024 to Present
Founder at Emerging Cities Investments in September 2017 to December 2024
Startup Investor at Self-employed in January 1999 to December 2022
VP Business Development at Surveypal in March 2016 to August 2017
Founder at Plannit in October 2014 to March 2016
Head of Business Development and Sales at Range Networks in September 2013 to October 2014
Senior Advisor, Startup Services at PwC in September 2012 to September 2013
VP Business Development at Aquacue Inc. in November 2010 to September 2012
General Partner at SmallWorld Ventures in June 2009 to January 2011
Founder at Cleantech Circle LLC in September 2007 to November 2010
Vice President North America at F-Secure Corporation in January 1999 to January 2001
Director International Marketing at Cisco Systems in August 1997 to October 1999
Business Development Manager at Cisco Systems in August 1995 to August 1997
Regional Sales Manager at Cisco in September 1993 to August 1995
Technical Support Manager at Cisco in August 1991 to September 1993
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Email Chris Vargas at [email protected]. This email is the most updated Chris Vargas email found in 2026.
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To contact Chris Vargas send an email to [email protected]. If you want to call Chris Vargas try calling on +16502452209. (updated on November 04, 2024)
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Chris Vargas works for Cosmic Aerospace
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