Chris Lawless
About Chris Lawless
Chris Lawless serves as the Vice President of Global Services at Fivetran, a position he has held since 2022. With extensive experience in product management and operations across various technology companies, he has held significant roles at Dbvisit Software, Oracle, and HVR.
Current Role at Fivetran
Chris Lawless serves as the Vice President of Global Services at Fivetran, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing global service operations and ensuring the delivery of high-quality services to clients. His extensive experience in product management and operations contributes to Fivetran's commitment to data integration and analytics.
Previous Experience in Product Management
Prior to joining Fivetran, Chris Lawless held several key positions in product management. He worked at Dbvisit Software as Vice President of Product Management from 2015 to 2019, and as Product Manager from 2013 to 2015. His tenure at Oracle included roles as Senior Principal Product Manager from 2009 to 2013 and Senior Instructor from 2000 to 2004. These positions provided him with a strong foundation in managing product lifecycles and leading product development initiatives.
Background in Technical Support and Operations
Chris Lawless has a background in technical support and operations, having worked at GoldenGate Software in various roles. He served as Senior Support Analyst from 2004 to 2006, and later as Open Systems Technical Lead from 2006 to 2008. Additionally, he was the Director of Product Management at GoldenGate Software from 2008 to 2009. This experience has equipped him with a deep understanding of customer needs and operational efficiency.
Education and Academic Background
Chris Lawless studied at The George Washington University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in International Affairs with a focus on Soviet Studies. His academic journey spanned from 1987 to 1991. This educational background has likely influenced his analytical skills and understanding of global markets.
Career Progression and Early Roles
Chris Lawless began his career in the early 1990s, working as a Lead GSO Assistant at PAE from 1993 to 1995. He then transitioned to Xerox Federal Credit Union as a Mortgage Closer from 1997 to 2000. These early roles provided him with foundational skills in operations and customer service, which he later applied in his technical and managerial positions.