Chris Elshaw

Guiding your business to reach new heights From long-term strategies to fresh perspectives, Upper Branch Advisory provides decades of hands-on insights to help your company reach its goals.

Chris Elshaw is an accomplished advisor and board director with decades of of global business experience.

Throughout his prolific career, Chris has worked his way up—learning the ins and outs of business through varied lenses and roles.

Currently, Chris is Chairman of MAV Beauty Products Inc., a member of the Audit and Compensation, Nominating & Governance Committees; and Chairman of Paula’s Choice Skincare. He was also a Board Director and member of the Audit and Compensation committees of Amplify Snack Brands Inc. In addition, he is a Board Director at a number of other private equity backed companies and nonprofit organizations. Plus, he is a certified Professional Director at the American College of Corporate Directors (ACCD).

As Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer of Revlon from 2009 to 2014, Chris was responsible for the global business, gaining invaluable experience across all functions and markets around the world. He also led the successful integration of two acquisitions, plus the due diligence and completion of a third acquisition.