Chris Rider

Chris Rider has a diverse work experience spanning over two decades. Chris currently holds the position of Managing Director at Arena Energy, LLC, where they are responsible for overseeing the Arena Family Office. Prior to this role, they served as the Finance Director and Finance Manager at the same company. In 2020, Chris took on the role of Chief Financial Officer at White Fleet Abandonment, a strategic partner of Arena Energy focused on providing P&A services to the Gulf of Mexico. Chris played a key role in handling all aspects of finance and accounting for the executive management and board of directors. Before joining Arena Energy, Chris served as the Chief Financial Officer at ARRC Ventures, as well as the Director of Capital Markets at Guefen Development. Chris started their career as a Systems Engineer at Bellwether Technology Corporation and also worked as a Financial Analyst Intern at Chaffe & Associates before gaining experience as a Senior Real Estate Analyst at HFF. Chris has a strong background in finance and accounting and has demonstrated their expertise throughout their various roles.

Chris Rider completed their Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree in Information and Operations Management at Mays Business School - Texas A&M University from 1997 to 2001. Chris then pursued a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree in Finance and Management from Tulane University - A.B. Freeman School of Business from 2003 to 2005. Prior to their undergraduate studies, Chris attended Archbishop Rummel High School from 1992 to 1997. In addition to their formal education, Chris has obtained several certifications including Asset Allocation, Asset and Portfolio Management Program, Investment Products, and Fundamentals of Portfolio Management from Wharton Online in 2023.