National Advisory Council

Chris Cooper

Chris Cooper

Membership Information:

Member Since: 2023

Spouse:

Holly Cooper

Employment:

Job Title: Managing Director
Company: Pelion Venture Partners
Location: Utah, United States

Expertise:

  • venture capital
  • early-stage software startups
  • financing

Biography:

Chris Cooper began his software career in 1991 with WordPerfect/Novell, where he spent 18 years across multiple functions including corporate venture. Since 2007 he has been an investor at Pelion Venture Partners. Chris served his mission in Canada/Calgary from 1983-1985 and married his wife, Holly, in 1986. He enjoys traveling with his family. Chris and Holly have three children, all of whom graduated from BYU and they enjoy spending time with their four granddaughters.