Christopher Goundrill
About Christopher Goundrill
Christopher Goundrill is a Senior Manager at Cvent Enterprise Solutions, with extensive experience in the MICE industry and a background in account management and business development. He has held various roles in notable companies, including CWT Meetings & Events and Bray Leino Events, and has a degree in Leisure Studies and Public Relations from the University of Exeter.
Current Role at Cvent
Christopher Goundrill serves as the Senior Manager for Cvent Enterprise Solutions since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the development and implementation of enterprise-level solutions that enhance client engagement and streamline event management processes. His focus includes maximizing the effectiveness of event programs to ensure clients achieve their desired outcomes.
Previous Experience in the MICE Industry
Before joining Cvent, Christopher Goundrill held several significant positions in the MICE industry. He worked as the Head of Account Management at CWT Meetings & Events from 2013 to 2019, where he led client-facing teams. Prior to that, he was the Director of Business Development at Bray Leino Events from 2019 to 2022, focusing on business growth and client relations. His career in the MICE sector began as an Account Manager/Project Manager at In Any Event UK from 2004 to 2009.
Education and Expertise
Christopher Goundrill studied at the University of Exeter from 2002 to 2005, earning a degree in Leisure Studies and Public Relations with a classification of 2:2. His educational background complements his professional experience, particularly in maximizing return on investment and return on objectives for event programs. He specializes in creating engaging event experiences tailored to client needs.
Career Beginnings and Early Roles
Christopher began his career in the events industry as an Account Manager/Project Manager at In Any Event UK, where he worked from 2004 to 2009. He then transitioned to a role as an FMCG Specialist at Michael Page for a brief period in 2010. This early experience laid the foundation for his subsequent roles in account management and business development within the MICE sector.