Edison Spotlight:

"Venture Capitalists have the privilege of learning from passionate entrepreneurs. As such, we have the opportunity to help them fulfill their dreams. I consider myself incredibly fortunate to work with management teams that are singularly focused on winning."

Chris Sugden, General Partner
609-873-9210
csugden@edisonventure.com

In May 2007 Edison General Partners announced that Chris Sugden had been promoted to General Partner. Since joining Edison in 2002, Chris has earned three promotions, led 14 investments, completed 2 exits and currently serves on 7 boards. In 2004, Chris was named by NJBIZ to the "40 under 40" list. Chris directs Edison's financial technology practice and regional investment team in New York.
Portfolio Company Participation
Community Involvement

Director:
EdgeTrade
Exclaim
Gain Capital

 In Person Payments
PlumChoice
Operative
Scivantage
  • New Jersey Technology Council
  • Board Member, Hoop-a-palooza (NJ Childrens Charity)
  • Board Member, Michigan State University
    Accounting and Info-Systems Advisory Board
Industry Sector Focus
Regional Focus
  • FinTech (Financial Technology & Services)
  • E-Commerce
  • New York
  • New Jersey
Background

Prior to joining Edison, Chris served as Princeton eCom's EVP of the Electronic Billing Division. He was also CFO and led the business development, finance and accounting departments.

Earlier in his career, Chris was a founding executive for two magazine start-ups and internet businesses. Chris spent four years with PricewaterhouseCoopers in the entrepreneurial services group. Chris is a certified public accountant and a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the Massachusetts Society of CPA's.

Education

BA with Honor, Michigan State University


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