Chris builds and scales ventures for his clients by combining hands-on operational leadership with deep expertise in technology, AI, and product development. As a global leader of Leap by McKinsey’s gen AI platform for new-venture building, Chris has integrated gen AI into the core of business strategies to help organizations redefine industries and unlock new growth opportunities.
Prior to joining McKinsey, Chris held leadership roles, including CDO for the AA (a major UK roadside assistance company) and multiple CTO positions. This extensive experience provides him with a practical perspective on successfully implementing technology-driven transformations, focusing not just on strategy but on delivering real-world impact at scale.
Chris began his career as a software engineer in San Francisco and has since worked across a variety of industries, including media, mobility, entertainment, banking, health and wellness, and retail. He also founded a start-up, Discussion Point, and led the venture investment team at KPMG.