Chris possesses over 35 years of expertise in international development, primarily with the UK Department for International Development (DFID), focusing on fisheries and aquaculture. His extensive experience spans various countries, including a significant nine-year tenure in Bangladesh, where he managed and designed impactful donor-funded projects aimed at poverty alleviation and income generation.

As the Senior Fisheries Adviser for DFID, Chris supervised over 30 global projects, bringing a wealth of technical knowledge and practical management skills. His strategic leadership was pivotal in the Bangladesh Aquaculture and Fisheries Resource Unit, where he cultivated a comprehensive strategy, coordinating diverse projects to enhance fisheries programming across the country