Chris trained as a Physical Education Teacher before studying for a Master’s Degree in Sports Science at Loughborough.

Since joining Sport England, Chris has led work around improving sporting opportunities for young people and the use of sport in combating social exclusion.

For four years Chris was the Strategic Lead for all of Sport
England’s work in the East.

Since January 2010, Chris has been Director of Local Relationships at Sport England and leads the work of all of the local outreach teams.

With a young family, Chris continues to be actively involved in a variety of sports as a coach, volunteer and participant.