Chris Gallagher

Chris Gallagher is a board member of the PNOC Foundation, where he supports fundraising and strategy to accelerate clinical research for children with brain tumors. He is also the Founder and CEO of PB5star, a performance brand building pickleball-specific footwear and apparel, drawing on his three-plus decades in the industry. Previously, Gallagher co-founded and led Vionic Shoes, helping scale the brand’s blend of biomechanical support and modern design.

Gallagher began his career in Australia and holds an MBA from Macquarie University, with additional executive study at Mt Eliza Business School. His current PB5star work has been covered by industry and pickleball media, including the Court2 shoe designed for pickleball’s movement patterns.