As a justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (JEDI) practitioner, Christopher has traveled the US, consulting with large and small organizations on centering equity and inclusion efforts on marginalized communities. He has led diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) strategies, initiatives, and teams at Amazon Web Services (AWS), Nordstrom, and ThoughtWorks.
Christopher majored in film and video production at Columbia College Chicago and has a career that spans various industries, from the arts to retail store management, political campaign management, and talent acquisition.
Christopher moved to BenchSci in late 2021 as Director of DEI because he was astounded by BenchSci’s mission to bring novel treatments to patients faster. He focuses on building a culture with equity at the center and understanding that inclusion is a shared responsibility.