Chris Ellis
About Chris Ellis
Chris Ellis serves as the CEO of Finder in Australia, a position he has held since 2020. With a diverse background in digital marketing and leadership roles across various companies, he has significantly contributed to the tech and media industries.
Work at Finder
Chris Ellis has served as the CEO of Finder in Australia since 2020. His role involves overseeing the company's operations and strategic direction in the Australian market. Under his leadership, Finder has focused on fostering innovation and enhancing tech-related job creation. Ellis's involvement with the Tech Council of Australia reflects his commitment to advancing the technology sector within the country.
Previous Experience
Before joining Finder, Chris Ellis held various significant positions in the technology and marketing sectors. He was the Co-Founder and CEO of GorillaStack, a B2B SaaS company that developed cloud automation tools, which was acquired by SoftwareONE in 2020. He also served as the VP for Paramount in Australia and New Zealand from 2018 to 2020, and as SVP & Managing Director at IGN Entertainment from 2008 to 2011, where he transformed the platform into the leading video games site globally.
Education and Expertise
Chris Ellis has a solid educational background in business and marketing. He studied Business Studies at the University of Hertfordshire, earning a BA (Honours). He also completed a Post-graduate diploma in Marketing from CIM | The Chartered Institute of Marketing. Additionally, he participated in the Senior Leadership Programme at Henley Business School and completed the Company Directors Course at the Australian Institute of Company Directors, achieving GAICD status.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Chris Ellis has been recognized for his contributions to the digital and technology sectors. He was part of the team that received the first-ever Emmy awarded for content delivered via the Internet for the Live 8 concerts in 2005. At GorillaStack, he earned the Startup Specialist of the Year award at ARN's Innovation Awards for three consecutive years. His negotiation of AOL Europe's original Google deal directly with the founders is another notable achievement.
Industry Contributions
Chris Ellis is actively involved in initiatives that promote financial freedom and choice for Australians. He participates in the government's Consumer Data Standards Committee, which aims to enhance consumer rights in the financial sector. His leadership at Finder also emphasizes a culture of innovation, contributing to the broader tech ecosystem in Australia through various collaborations and initiatives.