Chris Poppe

Managing Director/Co-Founder

206-390-2092

Chris@cohocapitaladvisors.com

Works with multi-unit franchise clients throughout the U.S.
Strong Negotiation skills and extensive industry and banking contacts.
Empowering business owners with strategic financial guidance.
Discovering optimal solutions for clients, prioritizing effectiveness over convenience.

25 years of multi-unit restaurant deal-making experience.
Instrumental in expanding City National Bank/RBC regional franchise lending program into a national platform.
Organically originated and managed a loan portfolio of more than $1B.
Agented multi-bank syndicated for some of the largest franchisees in the U.S.
Invited speaker at numerous restaurant and franchise conferences, sharing insights and expertise.

Five years as Senior Vice President at an Investment Banking firm, specializing in M&A and debt placements in the restaurant space.
Previous 20 years of restaurant deal-making at some of the largest lenders in the space, including roles as a Managing Director at City National Bank/RBC and Senior Vice President at GE Capital.
Leading authority in multi-unit debt placement, M&A, sale-leasebacks, and corporate finance advisory.
Personally guided over $3B in M&A and debt placements across North America.

Spending time with family and friends
Passionate about snow skiing, golfing, kiteboarding, boating and exploring the Pacific Northwest
Adventurer with a passion for uncovering hidden gems and off-the-beaten-path destinations