Chris Hilsenbeck
About Chris Hilsenbeck
Chris Hilsenbeck serves as the VP of Business Systems, IT, and Analytics at Skydio, where he has worked since 2023. He has extensive experience in IT leadership, having held key positions at Cruise, Opendoor, and Cisco Meraki, and advocates for diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.
Current Role at Skydio
Chris Hilsenbeck serves as the Vice President of Business Systems, IT, and Analytics at Skydio since 2023. In this role, he focuses on enhancing business systems and analytics capabilities within the organization. His leadership is directed towards optimizing IT processes and ensuring alignment with the company's strategic goals.
Previous Experience at Cruise
Before joining Skydio, Chris Hilsenbeck worked at Cruise as the Head of IT from 2020 to 2022. During his tenure in San Francisco, California, he was responsible for overseeing IT operations and implementing technology solutions that supported the company's growth in the autonomous vehicle sector.
Leadership at Opendoor
Chris held the position of Senior Director of IT at Opendoor from 2022 to 2023. His role involved managing IT initiatives that facilitated the company's operations in the real estate technology market. He contributed to the development of systems that enhanced operational efficiency.
Career at Cisco Meraki
Chris Hilsenbeck's career at Cisco Meraki spanned several roles from 2011 to 2019. He began as an IT Manager and progressed to IT Director and Senior Director of Digital Workplace. His responsibilities included managing IT infrastructure and leading digital transformation initiatives within the company.
Education and Specialization
Chris studied Commercial Photography at the School of Visual Arts. He specializes in leading business-partner transformation initiatives and has a strong focus on execution in IT service management, program and process management, and technology strategy. He also emphasizes empathetic leadership and advocates for diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.