Chris was born and educated in the UK but has spent his career in Asia firstly in the tea industry in India and later in HK managing the marketing and distribution of leading consumer and health care brands in senior executive roles with both the Hutchison Group and Swires. During his 10 years with the British Food Group United Biscuits he was responsible for building a manufacturing base in China and developing a substantial business in packaged snack foods. Developing, motivating and managing teams has characterized his career.

Chris has enjoyed a highly successful career in Hong Kong and Mainland China during which time he has developed a clear understanding of the cultural diversity within Asia Pacific and the regional knowledge to advise clients in business development, acquisitions, joint ventures, manufacturing, marketing, logistics and human resources, and importantly to identify and recruit the necessary resource.