Chris Scotti is a serial entrepreneur and long-time supporter of the innovation ecosystem in Texas. He has over 25 years of experience founding, growing and coaching emerging technology companies through relationships with private businesses and economic development organizations, as well as government and higher education institutions. Scotti’s biggest strength is the ability to play in both the technical and business worlds, and act as a connector between the two.

Scotti is a frequent speaker to students and faculty at Texas A&M University about entrepreneurship and raising capital. He also is a regular judge, panelist, and mentor in entrepreneur and emerging technology focused state and national events. Scotti has a history as both an elected official and entrepreneur, and is dedicated to helping coach companies and foster the entrepreneurial ecosystem in Aggieland and Texas as a whole.