With over 20 years of experience as a UK-focused equity fund manager, Chris has expertly managed a range of different fund types - including investment trusts and institutional and retail mandates. Most recently, he was a senior fund manager at Columbia Threadneedle Investments. Chris brings a wealth of experience and insight and extensive connections across the UK equity market. Chris holds a degree in Modern European Languages from Durham University,and qualified as a chartered accountant with PwC. He is an independent advisor to BBC Children in Need.