Following an illustrious career in global and regional roles at Unilever, specialising in marketing, brand strategy and innovation, Chris has held numerous non-executive positions, and also operates an independent consultancy focused on marketing, brands and consumer understanding.
Commenting on his appointment, Chris Pomfret said: "It's an exciting moment to take over, with Falmouth enjoying considerable success following the achievement of University Title, and at a time when the specialities of Falmouth - creativity and innovation - have never been more relevant to the needs of the economy here in the UK, and internationally."
Chris is a member of the Advisory Board for the European Centre for the Environment and Human Health, and is a trustee of the Cornwall Air Ambulance Trust. From 2005-2012, he served as as a senior associate at the Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership at Cambridge University.