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Chris Dowd

Chris Dowd

Investor passionate about social impact and technology

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New York, New York, United States
Joined December 2025
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Summary

Chris Dowd is an Investor at Collaborative Fund, where he is actively involved in backing companies that are pushing the world forward. He co-leads the AI Residency (AIR) accelerator, focusing on nurturing early-stage companies and entrepreneurs-in-residence who are building consumer AI products with an emphasis on design and storytelling. collabfund+1
Chris brings a unique blend of experience from the tech world, having served in various strategic business development and global affairs roles at Google, including Google.org's AI for Impact initiative. He was also part of the founding team at Climate TRACE, showcasing his involvement in using technology for global challenges.
His interests extend beyond his professional career, as he identifies as a 'self-professed geek' with a passion for cool stuff and interesting people, including enthusiasm for TV shows, movies, and the Star Wars universe, alongside expressing strong opinions on societal and political issues. twitter

Work

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Writing

Process is brand

July 1, 2025

An article exploring the idea that a company's process defines its brand, drawing insights from AI Residency (AIR), MSCHF, Replit, Chez Panisse, and Bridgewater Associates. Emphasizes intentionality, creative environments, and strong viewpoints in building culture-defining companies.

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My Alabama Pilgrimage

July 1, 2020

A personal reflection on a social justice pilgrimage to Montgomery, Alabama, organized by GLIDE. The article details his experiences with racial justice, history, and his involvement with GLIDE's Harm Reduction team and Legacy Committee.

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Hobbies

A self-professed geek who enjoys cool stuff and interesting people, with interests in TV shows, movies, and Star Wars. twitter