Chris has a background in education, with over 18 years of teaching a range of students from primary school to graduate-level courses. His love of wines flourished while he lived in Austria for several years. Finally, in 2013, he started to formalise his interest, taking the WSET Level 3 course. This followed quickly, with the Diploma finishing in 2016.

Combining his educational experience with wine knowledge, he developed a multi-part wine course at the university he was working for. This then led to him joining the WSET in the business development team, where he spent time teaching and growing WSET in the Asia Pacific region.

In 2018, he became Head of Educator Development, leading the team responsible for training future WSET educators.

In 2024, he accepted the role of Director of Education at Wine Scholar Guild, where he oversees a team of 8 to deliver exceptional educational materials and courses focusing on Italy, France, Spain and Germany.

He judges regularly in international wine competitions, hosts masterclasses at trade shows and teaches regularly.

Current employer: Wine Scholar Guild

Industry sector(s): Educator, Consultant, Wine judge, International trade