With a background as a general-practice solicitor, Chris went on to work in leadership within voluntary sector organisations. Chris established Peaceworks in 1999 as a social enterprise to explore various aspects of collaboration and conflict management. In 2012 he went on to found Schoolsworks Academy Trust, a successful multi-academy trust currently educating over 3,300 children, and worked as its CEO for 10 years."I have known Chris for more than 5 years. In early October 2010 Chris worked with me on a multi-million pound commercial dispute that I was mediating. I found his grasp of commercial mediation to be excellent and his assistance and input on that mediation was considerable. I believe that Chris is more than competent to mediate legal and small commercial disputes." Stephen Ruttle QC, London"I was impressed ... by Chris Seaton as he is a man of huge integrity and kindness. As a Headteacher sometimes the job can be a bit tough and I found his training and friendly manner to be very uplifting and a good morale booster for myself and the staff." Headteacher, Bognor Regis.Specialties: Skilled, non-anxious facilitator, trainer and mediator with all kinds of groups