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“I believe that business, when managed and structured in the right way, can drive positive change, and likewise the NGO sector can help drive better business.”

Chris Gale

Chris is a people-focused, mission-driven leader offering 15+ years of experience facilitating enterprise-level change, motivating large, cross-functional teams, and creating impactful strategies that encompass social impact, circular economy, and social business.

Previously the Head of Circular Innovation & Impact UK at eBay, where I designed and implemented solutions that support adoption of circular economy principles and supported underserved entrepreneurs and social enterprises to grow.

Before that, I was the Head of Social Mission Strategy Europe at Ben & Jerry's, where I led the development and execution of strategies and programs that focused on systems change fore refugees and asylum seekers. I have a proven track record of building strategic partnerships, engaging stakeholders, and delivering impactful outcomes across multiple markets and sectors. I am passionate about using business as a force for good and empowering people to make a difference.

Prior to joining On Purpose Chris worked for 6 years in the education and international development sector. Chris managed a wide variety of projects in India, Ghana and South Africa focused on improving access to vocational education and training for livelihood development and employability. Chris holds a degree in Geography from The University of Manchester and a Masters in International Business and Development from Birkbeck College.

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Chris has been a valued member of the Foods Plan A Team who I’ve personally really enjoyed working with and managing over his time here at M&S

Hazel Culley, Foods Sustainability Manager, Marks and Spencer

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