Chris Noble ’00

Founder and Head of Operations, Consiglieri
BA 2000, Rice University

Get to Know Chris

Executive Biography

Chris Noble graduated with a bachelor’s degree from Rice in political science. He is a seasoned marketing leader with more than 20 years of experience blending strategy, management and creative collaboration. Founder and head of operations at Consiglieri, Noble helps modernize marketing for large organizations by prioritizing essential strategies over outdated practices. Prior to his role at Consiglieri, Noble served as the managing director for T-Mobile's internal content and creative studio, where he played a key role in putting social and digital first in T-Mobile's communications. He has also managed renowned brands including Southwest Airlines, Lowe’s, Domino’s Pizza, Texas Lottery, Heinz Ketchup and Major League Baseball at top agencies such as Razorfish, LatinWorks (now Third Ear) and Cramer-Krasselt.

What part of serving on the ARA Board are you most excited about?

It's an incredible privilege to give back to a place that had such a profound impact on my life. I'm excited to connect with fellow alumni across generations, building meaningful connections that bridge our post-Rice experiences and inspire greater alumni engagement — especially from those who may no longer be near Houston.

What is your favorite “Only at Rice” memory or story?

My senior year, I had the rare opportunity to have lunch with President Gillis in the Hanszen Commons. For an hour, the leader of the university sat with students, answering our questions — ranging from the profound to the downright trivial — with humor, honesty and surprising transparency. What stood out most was how candid and genuine he was, especially in a setting where you'd expect polished, guarded responses. He didn’t have to be there, but he chose to spend a meaningful hour with us. That kind of presence and accessibility — I just can’t imagine at many other universities.

If you could give one piece of advice to Rice students, what would it be?

Raise your hand. Rice offers countless opportunities to contribute, participate and lead — and there’s no reason to hesitate. Step into experiences, whether they feel like second nature or push you far outside your comfort zone. With the unique support and trust that Rice provides, there’s no better time to take risks and grow from them.