Chris Dean

Chris Dean is the CEO and Co-Founder of Treasury Prime, a company that provides banking software and services for embedded banking solutions.14 Here are some key details about Chris Dean:

Professional Background

• Prior to founding Treasury Prime, Chris served as CTO of API banking at Silicon Valley Bank after his previous company, Standard Treasury, was acquired by SVB.14

• He has founded or co-founded several software companies throughout his career, including:

  • Merced Systems (enterprise software)
  • Kyluka (consulting firm)
  • Benefitter (ACA-based health plan)14

• Chris began his career as technical staff in the Machine Learning Systems Group at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory.14

Education

Chris studied physics at the California Institute of Technology.14

Role at Treasury Prime

As CEO and Co-Founder, Chris is responsible for:

• Overall company strategy
• Execution of business plans
• Day-to-day operations14

Under his leadership, Treasury Prime has become a key player in the banking-as-a-service (BaaS) and embedded finance space. The company provides APIs and software that allow banks and their corporate customers to automate banking operations like opening accounts and managing money.1

Recent Developments

In early 2024, Chris announced a strategic pivot for Treasury Prime, shifting from being an intermediary in banking-as-a-service to focusing more on providing software directly to banks.23 This change was driven by market demand and regulatory considerations, with banks increasingly wanting to handle fintech partnerships directly.23

Chris is known for his deep expertise in fintech and banking technology, often sharing insights on industry trends and the future of embedded finance through podcasts and other media appearances.235