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Chris Joannou 💎
VP - Ecosystem Growth at Draper University with extensive experience in startups and venture capital
Chris Joannou is the Vice President of Ecosystem Growth at Draper University, a role he has held since February 2023. In this position, he focuses on global business development and partnerships, contributing to the university's mission of fostering innovation and entrepreneurship in Silicon Valley.123
Before joining Draper University, Joannou served as the Head of Marketing (International) at Draper Startup House, which is known for providing a global network for entrepreneurs. He has a diverse background in corporate innovation, B2B business development, brand strategy, and design, accumulating over 11 years of experience in the startup and venture capital space.123
In addition to his role at Draper University, Joannou is an investor at Startup Grind and Bevy, and he is the founder of DreamPushers, a community-focused initiative aimed at building a lifestyle brand in the crypto space. His work includes mentoring startups and helping brands scale their communities.12
