Raised in a family business, Christopher brings experience in sales, marketing, HR, and accounting to his role. He is committed to using his platform to give back to his community and inspire the next generation of entrepreneurs.Christopher's family has been in the Mexican product industry since 1982. His parents were among the first pioneers of importing Hispanic products and distributing them throughout the United States. After earning his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from The University of Phoenix-Southern California Campus, Christopher launched a successful career in banking and insurance, including roles at State Farm Insurnace, Farmers Insurance, JPMorgan Chase, and Wells Fargo. Together with his wife Jacqueline Luna, use these principles to continue to grow and sell their family business. Now, Christopher is determined to be an inspiration for entrepreneurs in the Los Angeles community, including his two sons and daughter. As a business owner himself, he understands the unique challenges and opportunities that come with running a business in this dynamic city. His mission is to make Los Angeles a business-friendly city by being a business advocate. He is dedicated to providing entrepreneurs with the education and resources they need to bring their visions to life. As the Member Relations Representative for the Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce, Christopher is responsible for fostering relationships with large corporations, nonprofits, community leaders, and entrepreneurs.In this role, Christopher is passionate about identifying and cultivating new members, sponsors, and partners to expand the Chamber's reach and strengthen its impact in the community. He develops customized sponsorship packages that align with the specific needs and goals of each individual partner, creating a strong network of support for the Chamber's initiatives and events.Through his work with the Chamber, Christopher is able to help organizations connect with each other and access the resources they need to succeed. He is passionate about supporting the Los Angeles business community and creating a more prosperous and vibrant city for all of its residents.
Listed skills include Marketing Strategy, Sales Management, New Business Development, Strategic Planning, and 26 others.
