Chris Howard is a prominent partner and founder of the venture capital firm Fuel Capital, where he spearheads investments in various startups. Fuel Capital focuses on investing in fast-growing technology startup companies with innovative and disruptive business models within a wide range of industries. Chris has a vast and diverse professional background in advertising, marketing, and business development, having previously served at Ignition Partners and Heckler Associates. He played a vital role in creating and executing marketing strategies for top brands, including New Balance, Lexus, and American Cancer Society, among others. He is a former MBA student at the University of Washington, Michael G. Foster School of Business, and holds a bachelor's degree from Occidental College.