Specialisms
I specialise in the following areas:
- Economic Regeneration
- Partnership and Strategy Development
- Programme Management
- Transformation
Chris is a highly experienced regeneration and property professional with a strong track record of delivering complex economic development, regeneration, and property programmes across the UK and through times of significant change including LGR.
With a background as a Chartered Surveyor and over 25 years of experience in both public and private sectors, Chris has operated at Chief Officer and Board level for the past 17 years. He is recognised for his pragmatic, delivery-focused approach and ability to fund and deliver multi-agency programmes in politically sensitive and multi-stakeholder environments.
Chris excels at partnership working, engaging with communities, elected members, boards, investors and business leaders to shape and deliver high-impact, place-based programmes. He is skilled in aligning strategic ambition with practical delivery, particularly in challenging rural, coastal, and urban contexts. His work has consistently delivered value, performance improvement, and high levels of satisfaction for clients, partners and communities alike.
Key Strengths/Areas of Expertise
- Asset Management & Review
- Economic Regeneration & Housing
- LGR – Transitioning Projects
- Partnerships and Strategy Development
- Qualified Coaching & Mentoring
Client Testimonials
“Chris is a rare individual who can convey complex investment decisions clearly and build trust at all levels.” – CEO, Borough Council
“His diplomatic approach and strategic oversight ensured successful transitions into new councils and delivered results.” – Director of Finance, Borough Council
“Chris has been invaluable in supporting partnership governance, motivating teams, and aligning community and political aspirations.” – Chief Executive, Borough Council
“His understanding of political and organisational sensitivities, along with his relationship management skills, make him an asset to any team.” – Executive Director, Unitary Council
“I met Chris at a crossroads point in my life. I found Chris’s mentoring support invaluable to me at a time when I really needed to make some key decisions about how to move forward in my professional life. His advice was invaluable. His straight-talking approach helped me to see what was actually right in front of me all the time. His support also allowed me to see what was really important to me and to decide what actions needed to be put in place to move forward” – Senior Manager – Education Sector
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