Chris Ford

Meet Chris Ford, Senior Director, BHN EMEA at BHN (Blackhawk Network)

Chris Ford leads business development for BHN in the UK, a company specialising in the utilisation of branded payments that drive connections between employees, consumers, communities, and brands. With over 17 years’ experience in delivering some of the country’s most cutting-edge branded payment solutions, he brings deep industry knowledge and practical expertise to the table.

As a long-standing advocate for innovation in the payments industry, Chris has joined the PIF Board to provide unique perspectives on the non-traditional payments world, encouraging diversity of thought and fresh insight. Chris has held leadership positions across both public and private sectors, including roles as Chairman, COO, and Company Directorships. His focus on the PIF Board is to ensure emerging and alternative payment solutions are heard, explored, and integrated in ways that improve outcomes for all stakeholders.