Chris joined the Climate Group in 2015 and is Head of Business Development.
Chris has over 25 years’ experience working in international development and commercial business, previously serving as a Senior Business Development Manager for UNICEF UK, Head of Client Relations for Education Africa, running his own volunteering organisation placing teachers in Madagascar and a fair stint in the world of commercial business publishing.
Prior to establishing himself in the world of international development he travelled extensively in South East Asia, Africa and Central America, working and volunteering with various organisations as a freelance photographer and project manager, including Survival International, The Dodwell Trust and Feedback Madagascar. As part of his work and travels, he helped introduce low-cost solar technology into remote communities in Ladakh, South Africa and Madagascar and continues to take a keen interest in sustainability, innovation and social development.
Chris is also the Chairman of The Anglo Malagasy Society and the Forest Hill 17th Scouting Association and holds a BA (Hons) in PR & Communications from Central Saint Martin’s School of Art.