Who We Are
We Are Dedicated Parents Who Love Building Businesses
We've seen our own children flourish in youth activities and love helping special entrepreneurs expand their impact on kids, families & communities.
YES Brands Team
Chris Chang
Co-Founder & CEO
Chris is a growth-minded operator and people-centric leader who has served in C-Suites and on Boards of nationally recognized brands.
He and his wife Bethany are raising two teenagers. Chris is a proud basketball, cross country, and lacrosse dad.
Restaurants: Raising Cane's (CFO), Smashburger (CFO)
Health & Wellness: Drybar, Elements Massage, Amazing Lash Studio, Radiant Waxing, Boardroom Styling Lounge, OrangeTheory (franchise group)
Hospitality: Vail Resorts, Heritage Golf, Ross Aviation, Southern Marinas, Under Canvas, Hai Hospitality, Baillie Lodges
Education: MBA, Harvard Business School; BA, Dartmouth College
Michael Thomsic
Chief Development Officer
Michael has dedicated the last decade to developing very similar high-trust partnerships with primary care physician practices around the country.
He and his wife Angie have their hands full at home with three boys under the age of 5 including twin toddlers!
Experience: SCA Health, Davita, Optum
Education: MBA, The Wharton School; BA, Colorado College
Tyler Snover
VP Corporate Development
Tyler is a relationship-driven business builder with deep expertise in strategic partnerships and a heart for youth development and community impact.
He also serves on the Board of Directors of the Denver Children's Foundation supporting disadvantaged, at-risk youth.
Experience: SCA Health, KPMG, D.A. Davidson & Co., Industria Partners
Education: BA, Colorado College; Certified Human Capital Coach
Eric Nelson
Strategy & Operations
Eric has spent his entire career working with the incredible operating teams of high-growth consumer brands at every level and function.
He is currently embracing his role as uncle to three new nieces & nephews, traveling between Atlanta and Denver.
Experience: Lululemon Athletica, Deloitte Consulting, Consumer VC
Education: MBA, Kellogg School of Management; BSBA, UNC Chapel Hill
Services Teams
Our services teams offer dedicated, world-class support in the areas where our partners need it most.
Marketing Services
We combine technical marketing expertise with years of industry experience, so we know how to run effective campaigns that resonate with parents
Technology Services
Our team of engineering and design professionals has developed web- and app- based products for some of the world's top technology companies
Talent Services
We partner with a leading Talent & HR services firm to deliver comprehensive and customized support to each of our partners
YES Brands is backed by an entrepreneurial family office with family values at heart
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Positive impact on families & communities
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Committed to partnering with special entrepreneurs
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Long-term growth focus
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Sophisticated technology & marketing capabilities
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Flexible capital with minimal-to-no debt