Christopher Myers
CEO @B:Side Capital, Professor @The W.P. Carey School of Business, Advocate of The B:Side Way
Description
Chris Myers is an accomplished entrepreneur, CEO, professor, and author. As the Chief Executive Officer of B:Side Capital, he leads one of the most dynamic small business lenders in the U.S. He is also a Professor of Management and Entrepreneurship at the W.P. Carey School of Business and an Entrepreneur In Residence at Skysong Innovations at Arizona State University. A prolific writer, Chris contributes to Entrepreneur Magazine, MSNBC’s Your Business, Fox Business, The Wall Street Journal, and Forbes Magazine. His insights on leadership, entrepreneurship, and small business strategy have made him a sought-after voice in the industry. The B:Side Way, his guiding philosophy, shapes his approach to leadership and entrepreneurship.
Suggested Questions
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