Christopher Eckstrom

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Rock River Capital Partners LLC

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Christopher Eckstrom is the founder of Rock River Capital Partners LLC, which is founded in 2016.
He is currently the Director at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Dane County and a Director at RoofMarketplace, Inc. He previously worked as a Managing Director at Macquarie Bank Ltd. from 2008 to 2015, and as a Vice President at Giuliani Capital Advisors LLC and Ernst & Young Global Ltd. from 2001 to 2005.
Mr. Eckstrom received his undergraduate degree from the University of Wisconsin in 1998.

Christopher Eckstrom active positions

Companies	Position	Start
Rock River Capital Partners LLC Rock River Capital Partners LLC Investment ManagersFinance Rock River Capital seeks investment opportunities in companies located in the United States. The firm focuses on software and data analytics component . It provides financing for seed and early stage capital requirements with an investment size ranging from USD 0.5 to USD 1 million. It prefers to lead the investment round and also considers follow-on investments. It takes a seat on the board of directors and also makes co-investments.	Founder	31/12/2015
RoofMarketplace, Inc. RoofMarketplace, Inc. Internet Software/ServicesTechnology Services Operates as an online platform which connects carriers, contractors and homeowners	Director/Board Member	-
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Dane County Big Brothers Big Sisters of Dane County Big Brothers Big Sisters of Dane County is a nonprofit volunteer organization dedicated to empowering youth ages 6 to 18 through one-to-one mentoring relationships. The private company is based in Madison, WI. The organization matches children with carefully screened adult volunteers to foster positive, supportive, and monitored relationships that promote youth development. It offers several mentoring programs, including community-based mentoring, school friends mentoring within schools, and high school leadership programs where older students mentor younger children. Matches typically last about four years and focus on academic achievement, self-confidence, social skills, and avoidance of risky behaviors. The organization prioritizes safety with thorough background checks, ongoing support from trained specialists, and required parental involvement. It values diversity and inclusion, tailoring matches based on geography, interests, and preferences. Funding and community support sustain its mission, with donations supporting mentor recruitment, match support, and program operations. The nonprofit hosts fundraising events such as the annual Dream Big Gala, the Hunt scavenger hunt, Trivia Night, and Bowl for Kids’ Sake, which engage the community and offer sponsorship opportunities.	Director/Board Member	31/12/2019

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Former positions of Christopher Eckstrom

Companies	Position	End
MACQUARIE BANK LTD	Private Equity Investor	31/08/2015
Giuliani Capital Advisors LLC Giuliani Capital Advisors LLC Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Provides consulting services	Private Equity Investor	31/07/2005
Ernst & Young Global Ltd. Ernst & Young Global Ltd. Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Provides tax, law, strategy, transaction and consulting services	Private Equity Investor	31/12/2004

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Private companies	7
Giuliani Capital Advisors LLC Giuliani Capital Advisors LLC Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Provides consulting services	Commercial Services
University of Wisconsin University of Wisconsin Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University	Consumer Services
Ernst & Young Global Ltd. Ernst & Young Global Ltd. Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Provides tax, law, strategy, transaction and consulting services	Consumer Services
Rock River Capital Partners LLC Rock River Capital Partners LLC Investment ManagersFinance Rock River Capital seeks investment opportunities in companies located in the United States. The firm focuses on software and data analytics component . It provides financing for seed and early stage capital requirements with an investment size ranging from USD 0.5 to USD 1 million. It prefers to lead the investment round and also considers follow-on investments. It takes a seat on the board of directors and also makes co-investments.	Finance
Macquarie Bank Ltd. Macquarie Bank Ltd. Major BanksFinance Provides banking and financial services to personal, business & institutional clients	Finance
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Dane County Big Brothers Big Sisters of Dane County Big Brothers Big Sisters of Dane County is a nonprofit volunteer organization dedicated to empowering youth ages 6 to 18 through one-to-one mentoring relationships. The private company is based in Madison, WI. The organization matches children with carefully screened adult volunteers to foster positive, supportive, and monitored relationships that promote youth development. It offers several mentoring programs, including community-based mentoring, school friends mentoring within schools, and high school leadership programs where older students mentor younger children. Matches typically last about four years and focus on academic achievement, self-confidence, social skills, and avoidance of risky behaviors. The organization prioritizes safety with thorough background checks, ongoing support from trained specialists, and required parental involvement. It values diversity and inclusion, tailoring matches based on geography, interests, and preferences. Funding and community support sustain its mission, with donations supporting mentor recruitment, match support, and program operations. The nonprofit hosts fundraising events such as the annual Dream Big Gala, the Hunt scavenger hunt, Trivia Night, and Bowl for Kids’ Sake, which engage the community and offer sponsorship opportunities.
RoofMarketplace, Inc. RoofMarketplace, Inc. Internet Software/ServicesTechnology Services Operates as an online platform which connects carriers, contractors and homeowners	Technology Services