Hi, I'm Christopher Fong - Founder and community builder
I thrive on building vibrant professional communities and empowering entrepreneurial journeys. My passion lies in connecting exceptional talent with groundbreaking opportunities, fostering growth from startup incubation to venture capital investment. I excel in environments where innovation meets collaboration.
At a glance
Curated signals on strengths, focus areas, and how they can help.
Previously drove strategic partnerships for top startups within Google's 'Project Sand Hill'.
Currently co-founding Key and leading Xoogler Ventures, supporting ex-Google founders.
Can help others by leveraging a vast ex-Googler network for community, investment, and career opportunities.
š Career trajectory
Early Career Foundation
Began with internships at PwC and KPMG in Sydney, Australia, building a foundational understanding of business operations.
ā¦ Internship
ā¦ Finance
ā¦ Accounting
Google Ecosystem Expertise
Spent 7 years at Google in Business Development, Partnerships, and Sales, gaining comprehensive knowledge of major product areas and high-growth startups.
ā¦ Google
ā¦ Partnerships
ā¦ Business Development
ā¦ Sales
Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Builder
Founded Xoogler.co, a massive global alumni community, and Xoogler Ventures, a VC firm dedicated to supporting ex-Googlers.
ā¦ Founder
ā¦ Community Building
ā¦ Venture Capital
ā¦ Startup Ecosystem
Co-Founder at Key
Currently co-founding Key, applying extensive experience in community, venture, and partnerships to a new professional intelligence platform.
ā¦ Co-Founder
ā¦ Professional Intelligence
ā¦ Startup
šŖš» Superpowers
Community Architect
Building and scaling global professional networks
ā¦ Founded and grew Xoogler.co to 24,000+ members worldwide.
ā¦ Established Xoogler School and Jobs Marketplace for continuous learning and career growth.
ā¦ Organizes over 300 events annually to foster connections.
Venture Catalyst
Connecting startups with investment and expertise
ā¦ General Partner at Xoogler Ventures, supporting ex-Google founders.
ā¦ Succeeded the Xoogler Investment Syndicate with 2,500+ investors.
ā¦ Leverages deep industry knowledge to guide early-stage companies.
Strategic Partnerships Maestro
Driving growth through high-level collaborations
ā¦ Worked with top startups on Google's 'Project Sand Hill'.
ā¦ Managed partnerships across Google's vast product areas.
ā¦ Expert in business development and strategic alliances.
I'm excited about
ā¦ Discovering and connecting with innovative founders and potential collaborators.
ā¦ Exploring new avenues for community growth and engagement.
ā¦ Identifying emerging trends and opportunities within the tech and startup landscape.
I can help with
ā¦ Connecting you with a vast network of experienced ex-Googlers for advice and opportunities.
ā¦ Providing insights into startup scaling and venture capital through Xoogler Ventures.
ā¦ Facilitating introductions to potential investors and co-founders.
I would love your help on
ā¦ Seeking introductions to experts in emerging technology sectors.
ā¦ Looking for strategic partners for Key's growth initiatives.
ā¦ Interested in connecting with individuals passionate about building strong professional communities.