Chris Pesce

Commander
DISC Type : D

Chief Operating Officer at Thrive Digital Health

Stoneham, Massachusetts, United States

Overview

Chris Pesce is an entrepreneurial business leader and the co-founder of Thrive Digital Health. He specializes in scaling digital health solutions, particularly for recovery support, and has a strong track record in securing critical grant funding and developing strategic partnerships. Chris holds both an MBA and a Juris Doctor from Boston College.

Outside of his direct entrepreneurial roles, Chris is driven by a passion for using technology to create positive social impact. His career has been dedicated to building communities and solutions that support individual well-being and recovery, reflecting a deep commitment to mission-driven work.

He co-founded and scaled Sober Grid into the largest mobile community for addiction recovery, growing its user base to over 200, 000 members.

Personality Overview

Risk-Taker

Very Quick

Candid & Clear

They are very proud of what they do.  They are not focused on building rapport and relationships. They respond well to strong and respectful communication.

Topics They Care About

Digital Health Innovation
He has co-founded two digital health companies, Thrive Digital Health and Sober Grid, focused on creating technology solutions to support recovery and well-being.
Startup Fundraising
He has extensive experience securing capital, including successfully writing and obtaining NIH grant funding and raising nearly $4 million in non-dilutive funding for a previous venture.
Peer Support Services
His work focuses on expanding peer recovery support services through innovative digital platforms that connect individuals and build supportive communities online.

Media Appearances

Chris has no verified media appearances

Work History

11-2022
Chief Operating Officer at Thrive Digital Health
5-2020
Consultant at Self-employed
3-2016 - 3-2020
Cofounder and Chief Operating Officer at Sober Grid
7-2015 - 3-2016
Chief Marketing Officer at Sober Grid
8-2013 - 11-2014
Associate Brand Manager at Johnson & Johnson

Education

2011 - 2013
Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Boston College Carroll School of Management
2009 - 2013
Juris Doctor (J.D.) from Boston College Law School

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Insights For Selling To Chris

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Hold your ground without indulging in one-upmanship
  • Make sure that you circle back fast on any action items, it wins their trust
  • Use phrases like ‘it’s your decision’, ‘strategic impact’ etc.

DONT's

  • Do not hesitate from asking counter questions, just avoid challenging their authority
  • Do not back off when challenged, respond with a confident, objective answer instead
  • Don’t be in a rush to invite them for a social meet and greet

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Chris is

  • Confidence in impact is paramount to them, followed by a sense of achievement and ROI.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Chris

  • If they are not convinced, they will have no hesitation in telling you the same.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Chris move?

  • They can take decisions very fast if you manage to convince them.
  • Can Chris take some risk or not?

  • The risks don’t matter much to them.

You And Chris

Personality Compatibility


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