Chris Brook-Carter

Chris Brook-Carter is the Chief Executive of Retail Trust, a prominent charity and wellbeing organization serving the UK retail industry.

With a background spanning over two decades, Chris has led various organizations supporting the UK retail and FMCG sectors, showcasing expertise in driving digital transformation and hosting top-notch live events. As a former journalist and editor, he exhibits a strong passion for B2B brand development.

Retail Trust, founded in 1832, plays a pivotal role in promoting the welfare of retail industry professionals in the UK. The organization's enduring mission continues to focus on fostering hope, health, and happiness among individuals in retail through diverse forms of support, including emotional, physical, vocational, and financial assistance, along with specialized living services for individuals over 55.

Chris Brook-Carter pursued his higher education in Modern History and Politics at Cardiff University and also studied at Bromsgrove.

His professional journey includes significant roles such as Chief Executive Officer at Retail Trust, Managing Director at Ascential, Editor-in-chief of Retail Week at Ascential, Consultant at The Storage Bay Ltd, Editorial Director at just-style, Director of Editorial and Publishing at just-style, and various editorial director roles at just-auto, just-food, and just-drinks, along with serving as Deputy Editor at Wine & Spirit International.