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Chris Coates

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Member at Morris County Chamber of Commerce
📍 Morristown, New Jersey, United States

Chris is a Vice President at SES ESOP Strategies, specializing in employee ownership transactions and business transition strategies. He leverages over 30 years of experience from his prior role as a Managing Director at Accenture, where he advised clients across the life sciences, financial services, and public service industries. He holds a B.A. in Physics from Middlebury College.

Outside of his corporate finance work, Chris has deep ties to his community through long-term leadership roles. He has served as a trustee for both the Overlook Hospital Foundation and the Craig School, where he is also the former Board Chair, demonstrating a commitment to local health and education initiatives.

Unique fact: Before earning his MBA from Columbia, Chris graduated with honors in Physics from Middlebury College.

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Experience
36 Years
Current Role
Member
Job Level
Senior
Location
Morristown, New Jersey, United States
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ESOP Transactions
His entire role is focused on advising companies on the complexities and benefits of implementing Employee Stock Ownership Plans, which he frequently discusses on podcasts.
Business Transitions
Advises business owners and stakeholders on exit strategies, succession planning, and ensuring long-term business sustainability through employee ownership.
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Career

Work history

12-2020
Member
Morris County Chamber of Commerce
10-2020
Vice President
SES ESOP Strategies
8-1990 - 9-2020
Managing Director
Accenture
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Education
1988 - 1990
MBA
Columbia Business School
1982 - 1986
BA
Middlebury College
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