Chris Bolton
Executive Director - Risk and Compliance @The Rowan Learning Trust
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WORK HISTORY
Executive Director - Risk and Compliance @The Rowan Learning Trust
Wigan, GB
I have substantially evolved my skill-set from being an educationalist with 24 years of leadership experience to ensuring that our Trust mitigates risks across the whole of the organisation.
EDUCATION
Edge Hill University
BSc Maths (Hons)
Edge Hill University
MA Educational Leadership
Birmingham City University
MSc Internal Audit Management and Consultancy, Internal Audit
ABOUT CHRIS BOLTON
I am a seasoned leader with over 20 years in education, including 18 years at middle and senior leadership level, now thriving in the dynamic world of risk management and internal audit. My expertise lies in building robust risk frameworks, embedding compliance cultures, and aligning governance with strategic objectives. I am an expert communicator and trusted advisor to boards and executive teams, with a strong focus on coaching and leadership development. Currently pursuing an MSc in Internal Auditing Management and Consultancy, I am on track to achieve Chartered Internal Auditor status. Alongside technical risk expertise, I bring a strong people-centric approach—coaching and mentoring leaders, directors, and executives to unlock their potential.Certified in Hogan personality assessments, I am adept at using these psychometric insights to enhance organisational performance at Director and C-suite level. I leverage this powerful tool to drive individual and team growth. My mission is simple: to combine strategic risk management insight with human development, ensuring organisations achieve compliance excellence while fostering leadership resilience.
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