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Chris Brunner

CEO and Founder at Authvia
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Chris Brunner is a seasoned entrepreneur and the visionary founder of Authvia, a leading platform in conversational commerce that enables secure, messaging-based payments. With over 20 years of experience in the fintech and payments industries, Chris has led Authvia’s growth by addressing the increasing demand for frictionless, fast, and secure payment solutions integrated directly into messaging apps such as SMS, WhatsApp, and Facebook Messenger.

Chris's background in technology and payments includes roles where he oversaw large-scale payment processing systems for companies like Bank of America Merchant Services. His extensive experience during the dot-com era, smartphone revolution, and now the rise of conversational commerce has given him unique insights into how technological shifts redefine consumer behavior. Under his leadership, Authvia has grown into a trusted platform across multiple industries, including healthcare, retail, and financial services, helping businesses process payments seamlessly and securely.

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