Chris Tretter

Visionary
DISC Type : Ds

Executive Vice President of Commercial Operations at Metropolis Technologies

Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

Overview

Chris Tretter is the Executive Vice President of Commercial Operations at Metropolis Technologies, leveraging extensive experience from his long tenure at SP+. A graduate of Bethel University, he specializes in developing high-performing teams, driving operational excellence, and increasing revenue. Colleagues describe him as responsive, detail-oriented, and a great communicator.

Outside of work, Chris is an active participant in endurance sports, having completed triathlons, half-marathons, and charity bike rides. He also enjoys playing golf, reading, and attending live music events in his free time.

In 2023, Chris was recognized as one of the National Parking Associations "40 Under 40" top young professionals.

Personality Overview

Objective Evaluator

Fast But Thoughtful

Risk Tolerant

They exhibit a rare combination of being result-oriented but patient at the same time.  Reading between the lines and seeing beyond your words comes naturally to them. They might take some time to make their mind up but once they do, they don't change it easily.

Topics They Care About

Servant Leadership
He identifies as a "Servant Leader" and "Transformation Agent, " focused on mentoring his managers and developing future leaders from within his teams.
Business Transformation
Specializes in pre and post-merger integration, analyzing business trends, and implementing strategic initiatives to drive growth and ensure operational efficiency.
Operational Excellence
Has a strong reputation for improving operating metrics and elevating team performance to deliver superior products and a first-class customer experience.

Media Appearances

Chris has no verified media appearances

Work History

1-2025
Executive Vice President of Commercial Operations at Metropolis Technologies
Senior Vice President at SP+ (SP Plus)
1-2018 - 12-2021
Vice President at SP+ (SP Plus)
6-2015 - 1-2018
Regional Manager II at SP+ (SP Plus)
7-2008 - 2-2009
Sales Executive at DC Group

Education

2009 - 2012
Bachelor from Bethel University
Education details unavailable from Andover High School

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Exp : 7 Location : Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States Job Level : Leadership Designation : Executive Vice President of Commercial Operations at Metropolis Technologies
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Insights For Selling To Chris

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • During followups, use phone or text if needed, they should be fine
  • You can spend time on BANT (or other qualification methodology) but keep it to the point
  • Stick to your standard pitch and qualifying script, don't try to wing it

DONT's

  • Avoid putting conscious effort into relationship-building
  • Don't focus too much on mutual contacts or bother about other stakeholders, focus on them
  • Don't take their patience for granted, avoid long-winding sermons

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Chris is

  • Strong proof of impact and their conviction will matter the most, but they wouldn't want to act unilaterally either
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Chris

  • They will say no if they are not convinced but you will have to prompt them.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Chris move?

  • They will want to understand things well but can move fast once they have a clear picture.
  • Can Chris take some risk or not?

  • They have good risk tolerance but are likely to think it through once or twice.

You And Chris

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