Chris Gatch

About Chris Gatch

With a dynamic career spanning executive leadership, technology strategy, entrepreneurship, and successful exits, I have consistently driven the success of multiple companies from inception to lucrative exits. My passion lies in technology entrepreneurship, business partnerships, M&A, and cultivating customer relationships.A seasoned professional, I possess a keen understanding of technology trends, product development, business strategy, and intricate transactions. Throughout my journey, I\'ve helped facilitate the raise of over $1 billion in venture capital, private equity/debt, and an IPO on the NASDAQ.My technological expertise spans the data center and communications sector, with a focus on cloud IaaS, carrier network services (IP, Ethernet, Fiber), and data centers. As the EVP and Chief Revenue Officer at DC BLOX, I lead customer engagement in delivering hyperscale and edge data centers, developing high-capacity dark fiber networks, and delivering reliable high-speed optical network services across the Southeastern United States.From to 2014, I served as the Chief Technology Officer and co-founder of Cbeyond (NASDAQ: CBEY), a groundbreaking communications and cloud provider. Under my leadership, Cbeyond became the first company in the U.S. to offer local phone service using VoIP, culminating in a successful IPO in 2005 and a $323 million sale in 2014.Between Cbeyond and my current role, I assumed the role of CEO and co-founder of InfraPoint, successfully delivering dedicated private cloud solutions to the SMB market without external investment.My journey reflects a blend of technical acumen, strategic foresight, financial proficiency, and entrepreneurial success. I am committed to driving innovation and growth, constantly staying abreast of technological advancements to guide companies and customers toward sustained success.

Experience

1. EVP and Chief Revenue Officer

   DC BLOX

   Jan 2024 — Present · Atlanta, GA, US

   DC BLOX is a data center and network services provider in the Southeast delivering the infrastructure and connectivity essential to power today’s digital business. My responsibilities include leadership of hyperscale partnerships, enterprise sales, and marketing.

Education

• Clemson University

  Bachelors of Science, Computer Engineering

  1990 — 1995

• Georgia Tech Scheller College of Business

  Masters, Management of Technology

  1997 — 1999

Skills

• Wireless Networking
• Telecommunications
• Product Development
• Enterprise Software
• Network Architecture
• Voip
• Ip
• Managed Services
• Strategy
• Sip
• Cloud Computing
• Product Management