An experienced growth hacker and ecosystem builder, Chris Joannou has dedicated over 11 years to driving expansion for brands, communities, and positive change. As VP of Ecosystem Growth at Draper University, Chris forges global partnerships that connect entrepreneurs, investors, corporates, and governments, fostering a thriving network. His expertise lies in strategic growth hacking and building collaborative ecosystems, and he is passionate about championing innovation and empowering startups to flourish.

Chris's artistic journey explores the convergence of luxury, technology, and minimalist aesthetics, powered by the transformative potential of Web3. His digital creations serve as a catalyst for dialogue, challenging conventional artistic norms. Beyond personal expression, Chris is a passionate advocate for fellow creators, committed to exploring the possibilities of digital scarcity and empowering artists to build sustainable careers in the evolving digital landscape. His mission is to create lasting value for society, expanding the horizons of what is possible in both the realms of business and art.

This living document charts his evolving path, capturing the raw and unfiltered moments of both his artistic and entrepreneurial endeavors.
Chris Joannou, IncIntroduction
Maison Manuel
    A luxury onchain label empowering 
    next-gen artistry. Dropping “Capsules” → 
    Products with NFTs inside
    Designer: Chris Joannou
  • Collection: Local Crypto Art Dealers™
  • Shop Collection: maisonmanuel.com
Startup Talks hosted by David Achim
Chris Joannou and David Achim discuss the role of governments in fostering innovation, blockchain technology and Draper’s impact on startup ecosystems
  • Publisher: Startup Talks
  • Host: David Achem
  • Location: Oradea, Romania


Silicon Dreams hosted by Orbis86
Chris Joannou and Sharlane Menezes discuss fostering global entrepreneurship, and the innovative programs at Draper University.
  • Publisher: Orbis86
  • Host: Sharlane Menezes
  • Location: San Francisco, USA


Draper University x Make IT in Oradea
  • Ecosystem leaders gather from across Romania.
  • Featuring Make it in Oradea
  • Incubator and Accelerator 
  • Publisher: Chris Joannou
  • Design: Chris Joannou
  • Location: Oradea, Romania


Draper University x Ga^3in Ventures
  • Web3 Pitch Competition Judge
Featuring Duke University FuquaSchool of Business alumni at Consensus by Coindesk
  • Publisher: Ga^3in Ventures
  • Design: Ga^3in Ventures
  • Location: Austin, Texas


DREAMPUSHERS
  • Connecting you with Web3’s Vanguard
  • The Creators and Entrepreneurs Shaping Tomorrow
  • Presented by Draper University
  • Publisher: Chris Joannou
  • Host: Chris Joannou
  • Listen & Mint: Pods.Media/DreamPushers


Draper University x Stellar Foundation
  • Annoucing a major partnership with 
  • the Stellar Development Foundation
  • to deliver hacker houses and accelerator programs
  • Publisher: Draper University
  • Design: Draper University
  • Location: Silicon Valley


Draper Ecosystem at Paris Blockchain Week Draper University and Draper Associates hosted a gathering of VIP guests at Paris Blockchain Week with Special Guest Enchanted Tools
  • Publisher: Chris Joannou
  • Design: Julie Lacroix
  • Location: Paris, France


10x Thinking Lecture Series
  • 10x Thinking Lecture Series 
at Google Campus, Concordia and Universidad De La Laguna on  behalf of for Draper University
  • Hosts:  Google, ARAW, and Laureon
  • Presentd by: Chris Joannou
  • Locations: Warsaw & Wroclaw, Poland, Tenerife


Draper University x Cyberport 

Draper University and Cyberport  University 
Partnership Programme (CUPP)
Web3 Bootcamp
  • Publisher: Draper University
  • Design: Draper University
  • Location: Hong Kong / Silicon Valley