Chris Barker

Chris has over 10 years experience in managing application technology and development organisations with a strong focus towards front office, risk, transactional flow and electronic commerce areas.

Prior to moving into consultancy, Chris held management positions within the Financial Services industry, with large global organisations such as Deutsche bank, Merrill Lynch, DrKW, BNP Paribas, ICAP and the world of Venture Capital, and is now responsible for the Technology practice within Catalyst.

FX Markets

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Root Cost Analysis

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Restructures and mergers are inherently complex and risky. They are carried out under conflicting pressures... more >>