Henry Davis is a British businessman and entrepreneur. His career is rooted in elite finance and a specialization in direct-to-consumer (DTC) e-commerce, data, and infrastructure. He holds a degree in History from Oxford University and an MBA from Stanford Graduate School of Business.

Davis began his career in Investment Banking at Citi. He later transitioned to venture capital at Index Ventures before gaining significant operational experience as the President, COO, and CFO of Glossier, the leading DTC beauty brand, which he helped scale from pre-launch startup to a global brand. This blend of finance, venture capital, and hands-on operational leadership defined his entrepreneurial trajectory.

Henry Davis is the Co-founder and Non-Executive Chairman of Chord Commerce (Chord), a Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) company that provides e-commerce experiences and data infrastructure for digital businesses. He founded two companies under the Chord banner (Chord Commerce and arfa) in 2019, recognizing the complexity of e-commerce data and the need for a simplified infrastructure solution.

His strategic vision centered on offering best-in-class e-commerce and data tools accessible to everyone, specializing in AI-based analytical solutions and making modern brands better at connecting with customers. Davis sold his shares in Glossier and transitioned to full-time focus on Chord, raising millions in venture capital. He now acts as Non-Executive Chairman, working with the executive team and major customers. His private life is defined by his passion for music (producing downtempo melodic techno) and football (West Ham supporter).

• Chord Commerce (Co-founder & Non-Executive Chairman): The core private asset, a Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) specializing in e-commerce infrastructure, data, and AI-based analytical solutions for DTC businesses.
• Glossier (Former President, COO, & CFO): His key operational role where he helped scale the leading DTC beauty brand.
• Investment Banking & Venture Capital: He worked at Citi and Index Ventures (VC).
• Personal Passions: He is a musician who produces downtempo melodic techno and is a West Ham supporter.

Henry Davis's social impact is structural, stemming from Chord Commerce's role in providing essential technology and data infrastructure that enables digital businesses and modern brands to scale faster. His technology makes sophisticated e-commerce and data tools accessible to a wider market.

His personal philanthropy supports various educational and community initiatives. His career is a testament to the profitability of leveraging elite financial and operational expertise to build foundational software for the rapidly growing e-commerce sector.

Henry Davis maintains the polished, contemporary style of a tech executive. His attire is consistently modern and high-quality, favoring smart casual wear. His aesthetic is one of refinement and intellectual authority, blending his financial background with his passion for music and digital commerce.

Residing in the U.S., his luxury is the immense security and autonomy derived from his multi-billion dollar fortune. His life is dedicated to e-commerce innovation, data infrastructure, and his commitment to music production and his favorite football club.