Kris Lachance
About Kris Lachance
Kris Lachance is the Head of Growth at Basedash and a co-founder of The Commons, an online school focused on tech careers. With a background in law and entrepreneurship, he has held various roles in the tech industry and private equity.
Current Role at Basedash
Kris Lachance serves as the Head of Growth at Basedash, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for driving growth strategies and expanding the company's market presence. His focus includes identifying new opportunities and optimizing existing processes to enhance user engagement and retention.
Previous Experience at Real Ventures
Kris Lachance worked at Real Ventures in two capacities. He served as an Associate from 2018 to 2020, contributing to various investment initiatives in Toronto and Montreal. In 2020, he took on the role of Entrepreneur in Residence for a four-month period, where he provided mentorship and support to emerging startups.
Co-Founder and Co-CEO at The Commons
Kris Lachance co-founded The Commons, an online school aimed at preparing individuals for careers in the tech industry. He held the position of Co-CEO from 2020 to 2022, leading the organization through its growth phase. The Commons was later acquired, and he continues to serve as Co-Founder.
Legal Background at Stikeman Elliott LLP
Before transitioning to the tech industry, Kris Lachance worked at Stikeman Elliott LLP. He was an Associate in the Private Equity Group from 2016 to 2018, following his role as a Student Associate from 2014 to 2016. His legal experience provided a foundation for his later ventures in entrepreneurship and growth.
Educational Background
Kris Lachance has a strong educational background in law and history. He earned his Juris Doctor (J.D./B.C.L.) from McGill University from 2012 to 2015. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in History from McGill University, completed from 2009 to 2012. Additionally, he studied International Law at the National University of Singapore, achieving a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) in 2015.