Chris Bruzzo

Chris Bruzzo Email and Phone Number

Chair, Compensation Committee @ Boot Barn
Santa Barbara, CA, US
About Chris Bruzzo

After a 32-year career in marketing for some remarkable global consumer brands, I am happily on my "second mountain" working to share my experience and support to the people, community organizations and companies that are "rising up," that amazing human aspiration to do something as a community that we could never do alone.

Chris Bruzzo's Current Company Details
Boot Barn

Boot Barn

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Chair, Compensation Committee
Santa Barbara, CA, US
Chris Bruzzo Work Experience Details
  • Boot Barn
    Chair, Compensation Committee
    Boot Barn
    Santa Barbara, Ca, Us
  • Peloton Interactive
    Board Member
    Peloton Interactive Dec 2023 - Present
    New York, Us
    Peloton (NASDAQ: PTON), provides Members with expert instruction, and world class content to create impactful and entertaining workout experiences for anyone, anywhere and at any stage in their fitness journey. At home, outdoors, traveling, or at the gym, Peloton brings together immersive classes, cutting-edge technology and hardware, and the Peloton App with multiple tiers to personalize the Peloton experience [with or without equipment]. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in New York City, Peloton has millions of Members across the US, UK, Canada, Germany, Australia, and Austria.
  • Mission Scholars
    Advisor
    Mission Scholars Dec 2021 - Present
    Santa Barbara, California, Us
    Mission Scholars is a non-profit that provides college access services to high-potential high school students in Santa Barbara who otherwise would not have the opportunity to attend university. 90% of these students are Latinx and the first in their family to attend college -- something I feel deeply connected to and proud of given my Latin heritage. As an advisor, I help Mission Scholars build relationships with corporations that can provide financial support, employee engagement opportunities, and internships to the scholars.
  • Boot Barn
    Board Member
    Boot Barn Apr 2021 - Present
    Irvine, Ca, Us
    Founded in 1978, Boot Barn is the largest western and workwear retailer in the United States. As a board member and passionate advocate for diversity, equity and inclusion, I am proud to share in their mission to serve local communities who “feed, build and protect” America, and help foster partnerships between leaders and functions across the business.
  • Boot Barn
    Chair, Compensation Committee
    Boot Barn Apr 2021 - Present
    Irvine, Ca, Us
  • Wize
    Advisor
    Wize Nov 2019 - Present
    Vancouver, British Columbia, Ca
    Wize is a digital platform that delivers video content from top-notch professors tailored to first-year university students and high school seniors. Their mission is to remove obstacles to human potential and help students overcome challenging courses that could derail their academic progress. For me, Wize is an important passion project with the opportunity to positively impact the lives of countless young adults. I am a proud investor and advisor.
  • Electronic Arts (Ea)
    Chief Experience Officer At Electronic Arts (Ea)
    Electronic Arts (Ea) Oct 2021 - Jun 2023
    Redwood City, Ca, Us
    As the CXO at Electronic Arts, I am focused on creating connections between players in and out of games by cultivating opportunities to watch, create and play throughout the day and week. I lead an integrated team that includes our CMO, the Head of Customer Service and our Positive Play group. Together our aim is to foster innovative and affirming, socially connected player experiences that protect and inspire the people who play our games.One of the many highlights of my role is bringing passionate people together to imagine ways of entertaining in new mediums, with fresh technologies, on emerging platforms to truly delight and surprise players.
  • Electronic Arts (Ea)
    Executive Vice President, Marketing, Commercial And Positive Play
    Electronic Arts (Ea) Sep 2020 - Oct 2021
    Redwood City, Ca, Us
    I led the Marketing and Commercial functions simultaneously – a unique opportunity that revealed synergies and intersections, which enabled us to reimagine the role of marketing. It is now an integral part of how our games are brought to market, from concept to launch.During this time, I created the Positive Play Group – a dedicated team focused on bringing positive player experiences to life. For me, this work transcended a job and became purpose work – something deeply meaningful to me.
  • Electronic Arts (Ea)
    Chief Marketing Officer
    Electronic Arts (Ea) Aug 2014 - Sep 2020
    Redwood City, Ca, Us
    In my role as CMO, I worked with a very talented team to overhaul the marketing function at Electronic Arts. Together we moved away from traditional marketing channels and metrics like reach and frequency to focus on truly engaging players at every level and cultivating brand loyalty and trust. We did this by building out capabilities for fan engagement on social channels, enabling player input in game development, and designing marketing content that was entertainment in its own right.
  • Clif Bar & Company
    Board Member
    Clif Bar & Company Jun 2020 - Aug 2022
    Emeryville, Ca, Us
    As a board member, I supported the leadership team through the innovation and expansion process as they evolved into a lighthouse brand for sustainable, high-quality, nutritious food that fuels an active lifestyle for everyone from elite athletes to school kids. Clif was acquired by Mondelez in August 2022, completing my service. Best wishes to the very talented Sally Grimes and her top-notch team at Clif!
  • Starbucks - Evolution Fresh
    General Manager, Svp
    Starbucks - Evolution Fresh May 2013 - Aug 2014
    Leading the cold-pressed vegetable and fruit juice revolution at Starbucks: Evolution Fresh
  • Starbucks
    Svp, Channel Brand Management
    Starbucks Jun 2012 - Nov 2013
    Seattle, Wa, Us
    Responsible for brand management and marketing for Starbucks global CPG businesses and our emerging brands.
  • Seattle'S Best Coffee
    Senior Vice President, Chief Marketing Officer
    Seattle'S Best Coffee Jun 2011 - Jun 2012
    Seattle, Us
    Bringing Great Coffee Everywhere
  • Starbucks Coffee Company
    Vice President Of Global Advertising & Digital Marketing
    Starbucks Coffee Company Jun 2008 - Jun 2011
    Seattle, Wa, Us
    Managing the Starbucks brand and enhancing the customer experience through content and online.
  • Starbucks Coffee Company
    Interim Cio And Cto
    Starbucks Coffee Company Jan 2008 - May 2008
    Seattle, Wa, Us
  • Starbucks Coffee Company
    Vice President, Digital Strategy
    Starbucks Coffee Company Oct 2007 - Jan 2008
    Seattle, Wa, Us
    Crafted Starbucks original digital and social media strategy.
  • Amazon.Com
    Vice President, Marketing And Public Relations
    Amazon.Com Feb 2006 - Oct 2006
    Seattle, Wa, Us
    Lead worldwide marketing and public relations for Amazon.com.
  • Amazon.Com
    Director, Strategic Communications
    Amazon.Com Jul 2003 - Mar 2006
    Seattle, Wa, Us
    Ran marketing and PR at Amazon.com
  • Regence Blueshield
    Assistant Vice President
    Regence Blueshield 1998 - 2003
    Portland, Oregon, Us
    Ran marketing at Regence.

Chris Bruzzo Skills

Digital Marketing Strategic Partnerships Digital Strategy Strategy Brand Development Social Media Marketing Marketing Management Marketing Strategy Social Media Leadership Brand Management Strategic Communications Integrated Marketing Public Relations Entertainment Community Development Product Development Strategic Planning

Chris Bruzzo Education Details

  • Whitworth University
    Whitworth University
    Political Studies

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Chris Bruzzo's current role is Chair, Compensation Committee.

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Chris Bruzzo attended Whitworth University.

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