Headshot of blog author Chris Powell. He wears glasses and a gray sweater and stands with his arms crossed, smiling, in a modern indoor setting with blurred office background.

Chris Powell

A self-described data wonk, Chris leads worldwide marketing and communications as Qlik continues to expand and innovate. Forward-thinking, and someone who thrives on continuous improvement, he has a proven record of driving overall effectiveness and financial gains through strategy, planning, and performance management – scaling revenues and using data-driven approaches to understand customer needs. Since joining Qlik in June 2021, Chris has led multiple strategic initiatives including the development and launch of Qlik’s global brand awareness campaign.

Chris holds a Bachelor of Science in Economics from Penn State University. Outside of the data world, whether it is the occasional triathlon, joining an expedition to the South Pole, cycling from London to Paris (yes, including a ferry), or riding on horseback across the Andes, he is willing to do anything for a good story.