Chris Wendel serves as President & Chief Financial Officer at Focused Energy, bringing over two decades of experience in investment banking and a decade of leadership in the scaled energy infrastructure ecosystem. With a career dedicated to navigating financial complexities and fostering growth, Chris has been instrumental in shaping innovative teams and financial strategies that empower businesses to thrive in dynamic and demanding industries. His deep understanding of capital markets and entrepreneurial insight have positioned him as a key contributor to the advancement of forward-thinking organisations.

Throughout his career, Chris has successfully overseen large-scale fundraising efforts, managed high-profile mergers and acquisitions, and guided companies through pivotal growth phases. His extensive expertise has enabled startups and established firms alike to scale operations efficiently while maintaining fiscal responsibility.

At Focused Energy, Chris plays an integral role in driving the company’s mission to revolutionise the global energy sector. By combining his financial expertise with his passion for growing high-performance teams with fostering innovation, he ensures that resources are effectively allocated to accelerate technological advances in fusion energy. Chris is committed to building a sustainable future, supporting the organisation’s effort to deliver clean, limitless energy solutions that meet the challenges of the modern world. His leadership exemplifies resilience, creativity, and a forward-looking approach that inspires confidence in achieving breakthrough results.