Chris Masto

Idealist connects idealists—people who want to do good—with opportunities for action all over the world. We are the number one resource helping people find jobs, internships, and volunteer opportunities at social-impact organizations. We were founded in 1995, and today are used by more than 150,000 organizations around the world and millions of people every month.

Valo Ventures is a thesis-driven venture capital firm investing in physical AI, energy and materials in North America and Europe. We accomplish our mission—investing for a brighter future—by focusing on three domains: digitization, decarbonization, and adaptation. Valo champions entrepreneurs applying innovative technologies to create long-term economic and environmental value.

Milestone AV Technologies is a leading designer and manufacturer of branded audiovisual products including flat panel mounting solutions, projector mounts, screens, equipment racks and AV furniture for both the consumer and commercial AV markets. Milestone’s innovative products, sold principally under the Chief, Da-Lite, Sanus and Vaddio brand names, are sold through numerous channels, including Pro AV dealers, regional home theater dealers, consumer electronics retailers, mass merchants and original equipment manufacturers. The company currently serves a broad base of more than 6,000 global customers with headquarters in Eden Prairie, Minn.

FFL was formed in 1997 to invest in middle-market companies where the firm’s substantial strategic and operating expertise can help management accelerate growth and build better businesses. Our capital comes largely from U.S. and international institutions: public and private pension funds, endowments, foundations, and financial institutions. FFL has invested prudently for over 20 years, partnering with strong management teams and other investors to establish a leading track record in middle-market private equity investing. The firm generally commits $50-200 million to individual transactions and has the ability to make larger commitments in selected circumstances.