Chris Trimmer

“There is power in the collective and that is why associations matter. Chris has a goal to help associations build reputations that raise their influence, as their message resonates, so does the power of associating to impact society.

Currently working as the VP of Membership, Marketing and Communications with the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography, in previous roles Chris has held the role of Chief Executive Officer, at three associations: the International Society for Infectious Diseases, the World Obesity Federation and the Society for Experimental Biology. Chris also manages the Healthy Venue Program (www.healthyvenues.org), which recognizes conference venues that are committed to transforming every event into a healthy experience. Healthy meeting environments are proven to improve delegate productivity and leave them with a positive memory of the event. Healthy Venues are committed to providing healthy choices for all participants and are part of the solution to the sustainable events we need to invest in.

CAE certified expert specialising in association growth strategies, strategic development, change management, restructuring planning, association governance and implementation. MBA qualified graduate with over 20 years’ strategic development and senior management experience gained in the international Association environment. Excellent working knowledge of the health/medical Not-for-Profit sector with an emphasis on strategic growth strategies for associations, organisational structure and governance, international scientific events, leadership and management of associations of all sizes.”