Chris Occleshaw

Examiner
DISC Type : cs

Recall Consultant at Sedgwick

Greater Reading Area, United Kingdom

Overview

Chris is a recognized expert in international product recall planning and reverse logistics at Sedgwick Brand Protection. He guides leading global brands through complex, sensitive recall events and frequently contributes to industry analysis on product safety and regulatory changes. He attended Reading Blue Coat School.

Outside of his corporate role, Chris is a highly skilled golfer with a background as a PGA Assistant Golf Professional. He continues to compete in amateur golf championships, demonstrating a deep and ongoing passion for the sport.

Chris made a unique career transition from being a PGA Assistant Golf Professional to becoming a leading consultant in product recalls.

Personality Overview

Overcautious

Process Oriented

Status Quo Seeker

The only way to convince them is by showing them examples and ample proof.  Being observant comes to them naturally. They are thorough and always follow a systematic approach.

Topics They Care About

Product Recall Strategy
As an international recall consultant, he specializes in helping companies navigate the logistical and reputational challenges of in-market product crises.
Regulatory Compliance
He frequently speaks and writes about evolving product safety regulations in the UK and EU, including new laws targeting online marketplaces and AI liability.
Brand Protection
His work focuses on helping clients safeguard their brand and reputation during sensitive recall events, which are increasing in frequency and complexity.

Media Appearances

Chris has no verified media appearances

Work History

5-2022
Recall Consultant at Sedgwick
10-2018 - 5-2022
Account Manager at Sedgwick
1-2017 - 9-2018
Recall Strategist at Sedgwick
3-2015 - 12-2016
Sales Executive at Official Open Hospitality Programme
1-2014 - 3-2015
PGA Assistant Golf Professional at The Berkshire Golf Club

Education

2009 - 2011
A levels from The Sixth Form College Farnborough
2004 - 2009
10 x GCSE from Reading Blue Coat School

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Insights For Selling To Chris

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Expect them to be vague in response to your questions, ask firmly and pointedly
  • Spend time addressing concerns around risk and change, they will have them even if they don't express them
  • Expect them to be slow and cautious, encourage them to ask more questions

DONT's

  • Don't rely on relationship building even if they act pleasantly
  • Don't push them too hard to make fast decisions, give them time
  • Avoid getting into storytelling mode, especially when they ask specific questions

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Chris is

  • Low-risk, adoption by others are very important to them, followed by confidence in ROI.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Chris

  • They are unlikely to say no, it's better to stop yourself once you have exhausted all the options.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Chris move?

  • They do not like to rush and therefore can be quite slow in their decision-making.
  • Can Chris take some risk or not?

  • They have little risk-appetite and prefer to take measured decisions.

You And Chris

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