Chris Belew

Christopher Belew is a seasoned executive in the software and finance sectors, currently serving as the Co-Founder and CEO of CVEX Markets, a part of CVEX Group. His professional background encompasses extensive experience in product management, operational leadership, and business development within startup and established company environments.

Professional Background

• CVEX Group: From January 2017 to December 2022, he held the position of Chief Product Officer and Head of Capital Markets. In this role, he focused on enhancing the efficiency and reliability of trading pre-IPO secondaries through an end-to-end platform that facilitates private market transactions.1

• NextWave Markets: Currently, he is the Managing Director at NextWave Markets, which he co-founded in February 2023. This company aims to make alternative investments more accessible and liquid for investors.1

• Previous Roles: Belew has also held significant positions at various companies, including:

  • Chief Product Officer at Unbound Commerce, where he integrated Apptive into the company post-acquisition.
  • Founder and CEO of Apptive, a SaaS platform for mobile commerce that was acquired by Unbound Commerce.1

Education

Belew earned his MBA in Entrepreneurship and Finance from The University of Texas at Austin - The Red McCombs School of Business and holds a BBA in Management Information Science from Southern Methodist University - Cox School of Business.1

Skills and Expertise

He is recognized for his ability to lead teams effectively while combining data-driven analysis with practical experience in developing innovative products. His licenses include Series 7, 24, and 63 from FINRA, which further underscores his qualifications in the financial sector.1