Chris Bennett

Overview

An established angel investor and entrepreneur based in California. Chris Bennett is the founder and chairman of 97th Floor, a digital marketing agency known for its innovative strategies that have elevated brands like ESPN and Adobe. He is also a co-founder and partner at Spacestation Investments, a venture capital firm that invests in early-stage companies across various sectors. His investment portfolio includes companies such as Nodal Power, SOLD.com, Oura, and Vessel. Bennett's investment strategy emphasizes supporting innovative founders and high-quality products, as evidenced by his commitment to Oats Overnight and OLIPOP PBC. He is also a board member and investor at Nodal Power and serves as the chairman of the board at 97th Floor, a company he founded and led for 15 years. Bennett's extensive experience in digital marketing and entrepreneurship has made him a prominent figure in the investment community. Bennett's investment focus spans multiple asset classes, including collectibles and art, crypto, ESG and impact investing, private equity, and venture capital. He is active across various stages of company development, from seed to late-stage investments, and has a broad geographical focus, with investments in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Australia, Japan, South Korea, India, China, Brazil, Mexico, South Africa, Nigeria, Egypt, Russia, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Singapore, and South Korea. His diverse industry interests encompass technology, healthcare, real estate, financial services, consumer goods, media, education, energy, transportation, retail, telecommunications, hospitality, food and beverage, manufacturing, and agriculture. Bennett's track record reflects a commitment to fostering growth and innovation across a wide range of sectors and stages. His strategic approach to investing and his focus on supporting visionary founders have contributed to the success of numerous companies in his portfolio. His leadership at 97th Floor and Spacestation Investments underscores his dedication to driving value and impact in the businesses he supports.

Investment Focus

• Innovative founders
• High-quality products
• Scalable business models
• Strong market potential
• Clear exit strategies

Portfolio Companies