Chris Sharkey

Chris Sharkey is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in sales and management within the coatings industry. Currently serving as Director of Infrastructure Sales for Hempel A/S since July 2009, Chris has achieved significant commercial success, including a 34% year-on-year sales growth. Prior roles include Business Director in Qatar, where oversight of P&L and operations led to optimized productivity for 90 employees, and Decorative Sales Manager, facilitating the establishment of a network of 33 decorative trade dealers. Chris's earlier experience includes a Senior Sales Executive position at Jotun Paints, delivering substantial sales increases, and various roles at Leighs Paints and Tetrosyl Group Limited. Educational qualifications include an MBA from the University of Cumbria and a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from The University of Manchester.