Chris Potts

Experienced Chair, Non-executive Director, and Investor

Chris Potts is an experienced business leader currently serving as the Chair of proSapient, a company that specializes in primary research and expert networking services powered by artificial intelligence. He has over three decades of experience in leading international businesses across high-tech and professional services sectors. In addition to his role at proSapient, Potts also chairs Zytronic plc, a manufacturer of interactive touch sensor overlay products, and Guralp Systems, which develops sophisticated seismic instrumentation.

His professional background includes significant achievements as a CEO, where he has delivered substantial value for shareholders and raised considerable financing for various businesses. Potts holds a PhD in Geophysics from the University of Cambridge and an MBA from Cranfield University, along with numerous publications in leading academic journals. His key competencies include mergers and acquisitions, business strategy, stakeholder management, and commercial negotiation.1 2

Highlights

Sep 30 · twitter.com

Christopher Potts on X: "This was a really rewarding conversation ...

Experience

Chair at proSapient, Zytronic plc, and Guralp Systems; Trustee and Chair of the Audit Committee at American University in Bulgaria

Group Chief Executive at Rule Financial Group, Non Executive Director at The Royal Institution, Chief Executive at Finastra Asset Management Systems

Education

PhD in Geophysics from University of Cambridge; MBA from Cranfield University; BSc Hons in Physics, Mathematics, and Geophysics from University of Liverpool