Christopher Walker

Christopher Walker is an accomplished journalist, who has had regular columns in The Times and The Independent and writes for major European business publications. He has broad experience from banking to life sciences. As an editor at McKinsey, he helped senior partners across Europe express themselves successfully, and also wrote the overview of Imperial College’s Horizons programme helping the communication skills of STEM graduates. He has hands on knowledge of what makes the news, and what shapes opinion. In his consultancy and his coaching practice, he has helped business leaders in Europe and the States achieve successful press relations.

Walker trained as an economic historian and started his career in the Economics and Strategy Department at a leading broker. He went on to sit on the asset allocation committee of one of the UK’s largest asset management houses, and on the board of an important political think tank. He writes regularly on economics and politics.

Training format

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  • Next: 8 Jul 2025 Live online
  • Also: 4 Nov 2025 Live online
  • Also: 4 Mar 2026 Live online

What Do Journalists Want? Cultivating Public Relationships (PR) in the Life Sciences

New for 2025

Live online

Participants will explore what journalists seek in their interactions with PR professionals, particularly in conveying complex scientific information to the public.

  • 3 CPD hours High impact
  • Presented by Christopher Walker
  • Next: 7 Oct 2025 Live online
  • Also: 4 Feb 2026 Live online

From Inbox to Influence: Writing Compelling Emails, Presentations and More

Live online

This dynamic course helps professionals enhance their written communication skills through practical exercises focused on clarity, persuasion, and audience engagement across various formats like emails, presentations, and reports.

  • 3 CPD hours High impact
  • Presented by Christopher Walker
  • Next: 16 Sep 2025 Live online
  • Also: 13 Jan 2026 Live online
  • Also: 13 May 2026 Live online

Thinking Globally: The Impact of International Markets and Politics on the Life Sciences

Live online

This course explores how international markets and political dynamics shape the life sciences sector. Participants will gain a strategic framework to navigate global challenges, from regulatory shifts to geopolitical tensions.

  • 3 CPD hours Masterclass
  • Presented by Christopher Walker