Chris Riggio
About Chris Riggio
Chris Riggio serves as the Chief Revenue Officer at Confluence, where he has been instrumental in building a high-performance sales and marketing team since 2022. With over 20 years of experience in financial services, he has held significant roles at various companies, including BrightScope and ISS Market Intelligence.
Current Role at Confluence
Chris Riggio serves as the Chief Revenue Officer at Confluence, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he has focused on building and executing a global high-performance sales and marketing team. His leadership emphasizes the integration of sales, marketing, and client success to drive company growth. Riggio's strategic approach aims to optimize revenue generation and enhance operational efficiency within the organization.
Previous Experience in Financial Services
Chris Riggio has over 20 years of experience in the financial services sector. Prior to his current role, he held several key positions, including Chief Revenue Officer at BrightScope and Managing Director, Global Head of Sales and Client Engagement at ISS Market Intelligence. His tenure at ICE as VP of Enterprise Sales and at Dow Jones Client Solutions as Director of East Coast Sales further solidified his expertise in sales leadership and client engagement.
Education and Expertise
Chris Riggio earned a Bachelor of Science in Economics with a concentration in Finance from SUNY Oneonta, where he studied from 1992 to 1996. His educational background complements his extensive professional experience, allowing him to develop and implement effective sales methodologies and pricing strategies. Riggio's expertise also includes driving operational excellence through forecasting and commission plans.
Leadership in Sales and Marketing
Throughout his career, Chris Riggio has demonstrated a proven ability to lead strategic revenue organizations. He has been instrumental in developing high-performance sales teams and has a strong focus on integrating various business functions to enhance growth. His leadership roles have involved significant contributions to building client engagement strategies and optimizing company performance.
Career Timeline
Chris Riggio's career spans multiple roles in sales and leadership within the financial services industry. He began as a Business Development professional at TheStreet.com and SmartMoney before progressing to Director of East Coast Sales at Dow Jones Client Solutions. Riggio then served as Chief Revenue Officer at BrightScope and held senior positions at ISS Market Intelligence and Strategic Insight before joining Confluence.