Craig Battin

Craig Battin is a seasoned growth and marketing leader with a diverse background in various roles such as being a Chief Growth Officer, Chief Marketing Officer, and VP of Marketing & Partnerships at companies like Earnest, Varo Money Inc., and Boatbound.

He is an experienced operator and builder, having been involved from the early stages of startups, leading teams, and navigating growth from Seed to Series B, acquisitions, and taking companies public.

With a keen interest in brands that make a positive impact, Craig has also been a founder in residence at Atomic, co-founder of a Real Estate/Fintech company Poplar, and founder of Blackpine.

His career spans across different sectors including financial services with roles at Maker Capital LLC, investment banking at Union Bank and Lazard Freres & Co., and consultancy with NewCo.

Craig Battin is a Columbia University alum with a BA in History, bringing a strong educational foundation to his professional journey.

In addition to his operational roles, Craig has delved into angel investing, demonstrating his diverse skill set and interest in supporting emerging ventures.