Christopher Detzel is a multifaceted technology leader with over 15 years of experience spanning community engagement, data management, cybersecurity, and strategic advisory roles. His expertise in building and nurturing technical communities, coupled with his deep understanding of enterprise technology needs, has made him a trusted advisor to C-suite executives across industries.

Chris has distinguished himself as a master community architect, consistently building thriving technical and developer communities from the ground up. His journey includes:

• Constructing Rexel's pioneering online community for the electrical industry, setting new standards for professional collaboration.
• Spearheading the creation and growth of Reltio's online community, transforming it into a vibrant hub for data management professionals.
• Developing robust technical communities that serve as invaluable resources for developers and IT professionals, fostering innovation and knowledge sharing.

With a strong background in data management and cybersecurity, Chris has become a go-to expert for organizations navigating the complexities of the digital age. His experience includes:

• Advising Chief Data Officers (CDOs), Chief Information Officers (CIOs), and Chief Security Officers (CSOs) on strategic data initiatives and security best practices.
• Implementing data-driven strategies that align with business objectives and enhance organizational security postures.
• Bridging the gap between technical requirements and business needs, ensuring that data management and security initiatives drive tangible business value.

Chris's ability to connect with and influence senior leadership is exemplified by his work in building and managing executive councils:

• At Reltio, he established an Executive Council from the ground up, creating a forum for C-suite leaders to exchange ideas and shape industry trends.
• During his tenure at Forrester Research, Chris developed and nurtured high-level executive relationships, contributing to the firm's renowned Executive Programs.

His thought leadership extends to various platforms:

• Founding the Data Hurdles podcast, exploring challenges in data management.
• Creating and hosting the DataDriven Podcast for Reltio, featuring insights from data industry leaders.
• Co-founding Peers Over Beers, a unique podcast bringing a casual approach to professional discussions.

As the Director of Customer Community & Engagement at Reltio, Chris has leveraged his diverse expertise to drive significant business results:

• Pioneering customer engagement programs that led to a $30M influenced pipeline boost year-over-year.
• Developing a comprehensive 3-Year B2B Community Blueprint focusing on engagement, expansion, and excellence.

With a bachelor's degree in Business of Information Technology from Ashford University, Chris combines technical acumen with business savvy. He continues to stay at the forefront of industry trends, regularly sharing insights on his personal website, chrisdetzel.com.

Christopher Detzel stands out as a versatile leader who not only builds communities but also shapes the future of data management, cybersecurity, and customer engagement. His unique blend of technical expertise, strategic vision, and executive-level engagement continues to drive innovation and growth in the ever-evolving technology landscape.

" Chris is a superstar and we are super pumped he is on our team!!!" Chris Hylen, Past CEO of Reltio and Imperva

"Without a doubt one of the best hiring decisions made. It was not an easy feat getting community up and running and now a huge success kudos to you and the Imperva team! I think someone once told me, Go digital or die! :-) " Jennifer Lovette, SVP of Customer Success at Invoca

"Chris distinguished himself spearheading Imperva's work to build a customer and user community. He puts company goals first and works across functions collaboratively and skillfully, building commitment to common goals. He contributes generously to other teams' projects. Chris is an accomplished presenter who engages senior management in a thoughtful conversation. He seeks out feedback and does not stop learning." Nicolas Chapman, EVP and Chief Strategy Officer at Tera Data

"Chris Detzel spearheaded the growth of our global online communities by creating rich, quality content and driving engagement. We worked together on redesign projects of web and apps, logo and branding creation and even promotional products. As a bonus, Chris is always looking for an opportunity to add value to a project versus maintaining the status quo. He’s a top notch community leader and I am happy to have worked with him!"  Thaddeus Kilo, Head Designer, Google 

"I have worked with Chris for just over 2 years at the time of this writing. In that time, Chris has proven to be extremely effective in his role as the Global Enterprise Community Manager here at Imperva. When Chris started this journey here, our community was non-existent. He has single-handedly spearheaded the efforts to create what is now an amazing online community, complete with relevant, cutting-edge blog posts, regularly scheduled webinars, ask me anything (AMA) sessions with technical domain experts, and a wealth of posts with answers to commonly asked questions from the Imperva customer and partner base. This didn’t just appear, this comes directly from the gritty and passionate work of Chris, from chasing down the right people to assist with answering customer inquiries, to recruiting people for content generation, outsourcing resources for technical writing and production of recorded content, and so much more. Imperva was fortunate to have had Chris on the team for the years he was here, and I am very confident he has a prosperous career ahead of him in his next adventure. I give Chris my highest recommendation. You will be missed, my friend. "Brian Anderson, Director of Technology Office of the CTO at Imperva"

"No one loves his job more than Chris Detzel. While working with Chris over the years at Rexel, Chris displayed a true passion for building community for our business. He is a true advocate and leader and will always go the extra mile to deliver on his projects. Chris’ expertise in community strategy was truly displayed as he was an integral part of growing content, community members and support for the Rexel online community. His outstanding social skills and cheerful personality make him a joy to work with. I sincerely enjoyed working with Chris on both a personal and professional personal level. I would definitely love to work with Chris again." Melissa Fontent, Digital Acquisition Marketing, PPG Industries