Phil Walker served Roehampton University for eight years, including six as Chair of Council, following a distinguished 40-year business career with senior leadership roles at IBM, Dell and Capgemini, where he was Chief Operating Officer for six years. From 2010 to 2017, he was CEO of a consultancy advising companies across Europe, the US and Asia, and later served as a non-executive director of NHS Dorset, focusing on digital strategy.
Before entering business, Phil worked as a teacher and led a London support unit helping excluded children return to mainstream education and complete their exams. He has remained committed to widening opportunities for young people, founding an initiative to help London pupils enter the world of work and serving as Chair of ACE, which supports young cricketers through expert coaching and mentoring.
Recognised for his contribution to education and mentoring, Phil was awarded a CBE in the King’s Birthday Honours.