Chris joined ACS in October 2009 having graduated from York University with a degree in English and Linguistics. As Communications Director, Chris is responsible for all ACS external and internal communications, media relations and a growing research portfolio which includes the industry leading Local Shop Report.
Chris is an official spokesperson for ACS, appearing frequently on national and regional radio and television including BBC News, Sky News, BBC Breakfast and the Daily Politics show.
Chris completed the Chartered Institute of Public Relations Diploma in 2013, the CIM Strategic Marketing Masterclass in 2017, and the Oxford Said Business School Executive Leadership Programme in 2022.