Chris Metinko
Enterprise software deals reporter covering digital health and venture capital
Oakland, California
Summary
Experienced enterprise-tech and deals reporter who covers the intersection of enterprise software, venture capital and digital health. axios+1
Track record across major business and tech newsrooms, reporting on M&A, funding and market dynamics for enterprise technology companies. crunchbase+2
Early roots in student journalism at the University of Michigan, with bylined reporting experience dating back to at least the late 1990s. umich+1
Bylines and author pages across regional and national outlets, demonstrating a mix of local reporting and national enterprise/finance coverage. pressdemocrat+2
Work
Education
Writing
Enterprise Software weekly (Axios Pro: Enterprise Software weekly newsletter)
January 1, 2026Newsletter recapping deal activity and major trends in enterprise software, including coverage of AI, digital health and VC activity.
Top Venture Capital Exits To Watch In 2019
January 1, 2019Co-authored piece identifying venture-backed companies likely to pursue exits in 2019; focuses on enterprise and technology company exit prospects.
Chinese President Jiang visit (Michigan Daily news article)
October 1, 1997News reporting for The Michigan Daily during his time as a student journalist, covering international and campus-related events.