Chris Robertson
About Chris Robertson
Chris Robertson is a Senior Director of Ecosystem Partnerships at Carrum Health and an Investor & Growth Advisor at Long Run Coffee, both based in the Greater Chicago Area. With a background in engineering and business, he has held various leadership roles in product development and consulting across multiple industries.
Current Role at Carrum Health
Chris Robertson serves as the Senior Director of Ecosystem Partnerships at Carrum Health, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he focuses on developing and managing partnerships that enhance the company's ecosystem within the healthcare sector. His work aims to create integrated solutions that improve patient care and streamline healthcare delivery.
Professional Experience
Chris Robertson has a diverse professional background with experience in various roles across multiple organizations. He worked at Medline Industries as an Industrial Engineer for three months in 2014. He held several positions at Yaro, including Senior Director of Product Development & Client Experience and Director of Product Development & Client Implementation, before the company was acquired by Virgin Pulse. His tenure at Accenture spanned several roles, including Technology Consulting Analyst and Senior Analyst, where he specialized in large-scale systems implementation within the financial services industry.
Education and Qualifications
Chris Robertson earned a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from Iowa State University - Ivy College of Business, completing the program from 2013 to 2015. He also holds a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Industrial Engineering from Iowa State University, which he obtained between 2010 and 2013. Additionally, he studied Spanish Language and Literature at Universitat Politècnica de València for 11 months in 2012 and has a minor in Spanish Language and Literature from Iowa State University.
Achievements in Product Development
During his career, Chris Robertson has been involved in significant product development initiatives. At Virgin Pulse, he launched VP+, a partner bundle solution designed to provide a connected health experience through integrated partners. He also developed a white-labeled care and benefits navigation solution at Yaro, which is now known as Virgin Pulse Navigate. These initiatives reflect his expertise in creating innovative solutions within the health and wellness sector.
Interests and Activities
Outside of his professional commitments, Chris Robertson engages in various activities that reflect his personal interests. He races competitively as a distance runner for DWRunning and enjoys traveling, hiking, and learning. Additionally, he has a keen interest in writing, investing, and entrepreneurship, which he pursues alongside his career.