Chris Reynolds

Chris Reynolds is a seasoned senior leader with a rich background in C-level positions within both for profit and nonprofit sectors, excelling in team building, strategic development, and fostering innovation to enhance educational opportunities for students and families.

With a strong foundation as a former CPA, school leader, and teacher, Chris brings a unique blend of financial acumen, operational expertise, and educational insight to his leadership roles.

His accomplishments include overseeing the establishment and expansion of high-performing charter schools, driving facilities development and financing initiatives, and collaborating with governmental entities to drive educational transformations, notably pioneering the district/charter partnership model in Tennessee.

Chris Reynolds holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Michigan's Stephen M. Ross School of Business and a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Accounting from the University of Tennessee-Knoxville.

His professional journey includes key roles such as School Outreach Advisor at Equitable Facilities Fund, Chief Executive Officer at LEAD Public Schools, Chief Financial Officer at Henry Ford Learning Institute and Zingerman's, Teacher at Teach For America, and Staff Accountant & CPA at BDO USA, LLP.