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Chris Millisits

Chris Millisits

VC Principal at Antler, investing in AI-native software

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

Chris is a venture capital professional currently serving as a Principal at Antler, where he focuses on early-stage investments in AI-native software companies. His network includes startup founders, early stage VCs, venture capital partners, AI founders, SaaS GTM, and GoCardless employees. His work involves identifying promising startups, advising founders on fundraising and go-to-market strategies, and leveraging Antler's global platform to support portfolio companies. antler+2
With a background in Sales Operations and Data & Insights at GoCardless, Chris brings practical experience in scaling high-growth fintech startups. He helped build a sales operations team supporting significant company expansion, developing an appreciation for the venture capital ecosystem during this period. brventurefund+1
Chris is a thought leader in the fintech and AI sectors, contributing articles on Medium about the digital payments revolution, including open banking, and co-authoring pieces on AI agents in engineering. He actively shares insights on industry trends and investment opportunities. medium+1
He is deeply involved in the venture capital community, having pursued an MBA in Entrepreneurship and Fintech at NYU Stern School of Business, where he also served as Co-President of the Private Equity and Venture Capital Club. He actively mentors aspiring VCs, emphasizing networking and practical experience. medium+2

Work

Education

Writing

The Four Horsemen of the Digital Payments Revolution: Open Banking

May 1, 2023

Part 2 of a 4-part series covering emerging Fintech technologies that will fundamentally change the way we pay. Discusses the state of open banking technology, outlook, and investment opportunities.

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AI Agents in Engineering

June 1, 2025

An article discussing the redefinition of software engineering by AI, moving from autocomplete to 'vibe coding' and exploring how much of the job can be delegated to AI agents. It details various categories like code generation, review, testing, security, collaboration, and refactoring.

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AI Market Map - Fintech

March 1, 2025

Overview of AI-native opportunities in fintech, covering categories like AP/AR automation, KYC/onboarding, compliance, audit, insurance, and wealth management and how agents can automate financial workflows.

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AI Market Map - Marketing

March 1, 2025

Survey of AI-native marketing tools and categories—copywriting, SEO, digital advertising, omnichannel personalization, and autonomous campaign optimization—and their implications for founders and investors.

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How AI is transforming sales

April 1, 2025

A look at how AI is remaking the revenue organization, from AI SDRs and prospecting to deal management, post-sales automation, and AI-enabled CRMs.

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Hobbies

A self-proclaimed 'suffering Jets fan', indicating an interest in American football. medium