Christine Kenna

Partner

2011 - Current

As a Partner at IGNIA, Christine evaluates new investment opportunities, leads deals, manages portfolio companies, and participates on boards. She works closely with entrepreneurs in strategic planning, growth strategies, critical problem solving and operational issues. IGNIA is a cross-border early stage venture capital firm investing in world-class tech entrepreneurs who are solving pain points faced by the emerging middle class in Latin America. IGNIA serves as a bridge for international startups coming to Mexico and Latam, and supports high-growth Latam based startups in industries ranging from fintech, digital commerce, SaaS, marketplaces and the future of retail. Learn more about our investments at www.ignia.vc, and check-out our resources for entrepreneurs at www.igniaunlocked.vc.

Independent Board Member

2023

Alsea is the leading Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) and Casual Dinning operator in Latin America and Europe, operating brands of proven success such as Starbucks, Domino’s Pizza, Burger King, Chili’s, P. F. Chang’s, Italianni's, The Cheesecake Factory, Vips, Vips Smart, El Portón, Archies, Foster’s Hollywood, Gino’s, TGI Fridays, Ole Mole and Corazón de Barro.

Board Member & Kauffman Fellow (Class 23)

2018

Kauffman Fellows Program identifies, develops, and networks global leaders in the venture capital and innovation industry. It is a two-year apprenticeship program that features a structured curriculum with an individual development plan, executive coaching, facilitated mentoring, and peer learning and networking among the most elite in the field — all with a focus on giving back and one's responsibility as a leader in technology, innovation, and venture capital. This involves deep work related to fund structure, GP and LP relationships, as well as a laser focus on leadership in working with the top decile of investors and companies.

Board Member

2018

Board Observer

2018

Board Member

2018 - 2023

Board Member

2018 - 2022

President of the ESG Committee

Board Member

2018 - 2022

Board Member

2018 - 2022

Marketing and Sales Director

2006 - 2011