Chris Grant

Chris Grant OBE is a pre-eminent UK facilitator of organisational change, with a robust track record across public, private, and voluntary sectors. His leadership roles have spanned being CEO of Sported, a major UK charity, to chairing the landmark Chip & PIN introduction. Chris has also coached top Olympic and Paralympic coaches and consulted extensively on leadership and strategy.

Recently, Chris took up the role of Chair at the British Basketball Federation and previously led the English Professional Football’s Integrated Coaching Board. From 2015 to 2021, he was at the helm of the Sport Industry Awards judging panel.

Chris is renowned for his compelling keynotes at prestigious forums, including the World Cities Forum and the NHS Medical Directors’ Conference. He excels in making his sessions interactive and relevant, ensuring his audiences are engaged and integral to the discourse.

His facilitation skills have benefitted leaders in sectors as diverse as finance, retail, healthcare, and sports, under his MeWe initiative, inspired by his interaction with Muhammad Ali at London 2012. His tenure as an Independent Board Member of Sport England was marked by initiatives to diversify participation in sport, reflecting his commitment to inclusivity.

Holding an MSc. in People Development and Organisational Culture, Chris values his varied experiences—from retail to his role as General Secretary at Manchester University Union—as fundamental to his personal development. His insights are also shared in his book, "Better Decisions," and through appearances on platforms like BBC Radio’s Today.

In recognition of his contributions to sport, Chris was honoured with an OBE in the 2021 Queen’s Birthday Honours.