Chris Potts is a seasoned NED, CEO, and Chairman with extensive experience in leading international technology businesses. With a strong background in M&A, change management, and business strategy, Chris has proven himself to be a valuable asset to many organizations. Additionally, he has expertise in sales and marketing leadership, commercial negotiation, and product development.

He has a track record of delivering value to shareholders, having realized over £186m through 11 M&A transactions. Chris has also raised debt and equity finance for management buyouts, sold franchises in over 70 countries, and handled a complex cross-border regulatory crisis.

Chris has built and led diverse, international teams of technical, commercial, engineering, and business executives, with a focus on balancing stakeholder interests to drive collective success. His core skills are in leadership, influencing, stakeholder management, consulting, technology, finance, negotiating, recruiting, and program delivery.

Educated with a BSc Hons in Physics, Maths, Geophysics from the University of Liverpool, an MBA in Business Administration and General Management from Cranfield University, and a PhD in Geophysics from the University of Cambridge.

Chris has held several high-level roles in organizations such as Güralp, Rule Financial, 3i Infotech, Misys, Citria Limited, and Mastercard. Additionally, he's served as a director at MAOSCO Ltd and has worked as an associate director at Capgemini and as a Partner at Gemini Consulting Northern Europe.

In summary, Chris Potts is a highly experienced NED, Chairman, and CEO with expertise in M&A, change management, and business strategy. He has a proven track record of creating value, leading successful international teams, and balancing stakeholder interests.