Chris Whittaker
Operations Director
One of the UK’s leading production specialists, Chris is responsible for the essential details that make our events, exhibitions and conferences seamless.
Joining Rapiergroup in 1998 after ten years in the construction industry, Chris graduated to Operations Director having delivered for the likes of BAE Systems, Renault UK, GE, Lucas Aerospace, Goodrich, Eurotunnel, Abbott, IBM and Ideal Standard. In doing so, Chris has built a procurement record and reputation that leads to best results in the supplier marketplace, coupled with a deep knowledge of production that enables effective negotiation
Expert in operational delivery, process, global supply chain and cost control, Chris is also responsible for Rapiergroup’s startup for SWIFT’s Sibos exhibition – the world’s largest financial event and futures programme.