Chris Selden
About Chris Selden
Chris Selden serves as the Vice President of Finance and Operations at BrightHire, where he manages legal, compliance, and regulatory functions. He has a diverse background in finance and operations, with previous roles at companies such as Hines, Funding Circle USA, and Man Crates.
Work at BrightHire
Chris Selden currently serves as the Vice President of Finance and Operations at BrightHire, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he manages legal, compliance, and regulatory functions, which include sales enablement. Prior to this position, he was the Head of Finance and Operations at BrightHire from 2022 to 2023, where he contributed to the company's financial strategy and operational efficiency.
Education and Expertise
Chris Selden holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics and Math from Williams College. He further advanced his education by earning a Master of Business Administration with a focus on Entrepreneurship and Real Estate from The Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth. His expertise encompasses strategic partner negotiation and management, financial planning, and analysis, with a strong emphasis on capital efficiency and runway extension.
Background
Chris Selden has a diverse professional background that spans various roles in finance and operations. He began his career at J.P. Morgan, where he worked as an Analyst and later as an Associate. He gained experience in international real estate development at Value Retail and held multiple positions at Funding Circle USA, including Director of Finance and Head of Corporate Development and Planning. His tenure at Man Crates included roles as Senior Vice President of Business Operations and Vice President of Strategic Initiatives.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Chris Selden has been involved in new product development, demonstrating his ability to contribute to innovation within organizations. He has a comprehensive understanding of technology investment banking and extensive experience in growth stage private equity from his time at TA Associates. His leadership skills are evident in his track record of leading diverse teams and enhancing team performance through cross-cultural experiences.