Christy Cardenas

Christy Cardenas is Founder & CEO of the Iris, a media and investment firm focused on innovation in AI, robotics, energy, and fintech. With 15+ years in venture capital, private equity, and investment banking, she has $15B+ in direct transaction and fundraising experience. Christy has managed deep tech VC funds, investing in AI, robotics, and energy. Her background includes large-scale energy infrastructure private equity and bulge bracket investment banking, where she managed GW of power development and marquee IPOs. A Texas Hill Country native, she holds degrees from UT Austin and is a CPA.