Chris Leech graduated from the University of Northumbria in Business Studies. Having worked in the IT industry for fifteen years, Chris moved into the faith sector where he has spent the last fifteen years leading churches and developing community impact initiatives. He also leads in the development of strategy for Emmanuel, focusing on the wellbeing of the Craigavon area and is the chairman of the Craigavon Area Foodbank. Chris is passionate about tackling poverty, injustice, and social exclusion. He currently sits on several Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council committees relating to poverty.