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Chris Gorges

Chris Gorges

Entrepreneur, Brand Strategist, Advisor, and ASL Educator

Raleigh, North Carolina
New York, New York
Joined July 2025

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Chris Gorges is a highly experienced brand strategist and entrepreneur, having founded two companies, Thompson & Prince (a brand strategy and design agency) and Everharbor (a networking platform for creative talent). His expertise spans brand strategy, digital strategy, growth strategy, and design, serving a diverse client base from startups to Fortune 500 companies and government agencies. chrisgorges+1
With a strong background in management consulting at firms like IBM Global Business Services and Booz Allen Hamilton, Chris possesses a unique blend of analytical and creative skills. He applies this comprehensive approach to his work, ensuring foundational branding that scales for early-stage companies. chrisgorges
Chris is actively involved in the startup ecosystem as an advisor and mentor for various accelerator and venture capital organizations, including Forum Ventures and Big Idea Ventures. He has also contributed to education as an Adjunct Professor of Innovation & Entrepreneurship at Stevens Institute of Technology. theorg
Beyond his professional endeavors, Chris Gorges is an active educator in American Sign Language, providing an effective and supportive platform for students to learn and practice ASL through ASL Basics. aslbasics+1

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Chris Gorges is an instructor and educator for ASL Basics, providing resources for learning American Sign Language. aslbasics+1

Notes

NANaeem Abbassaid
CGChris Gorges
is someone they'd recommend to head branding efforts for a new or growing business.

Feb 20, 2026

DBDavid Berkowitzsaid
CGChris Gorges
has made a meaningful contribution by bridging corporate leadership and academic teaching.

Oct 10, 2025