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Chris Cattle

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School Connection:
Pupil – Princethorpe College (1976 – 1980)

OP Committee focus:
Communications, Connectivity, and Inclusivity

What are some of your favourite memories of your time at school?
The art classes with Mr and Mrs Skiffington, and the great culture created by “The Boss”. Also, doing the Mile Walk at lunch times.

Were there any teachers or staff who had a significant impact on you?
Father Clarkson, AKA “The Boss”, Mr & Mrs Skiffington, Alex Darkes.

How did your time at the school influence your life and career?
Princethorpe gave me a unique approach to life, to be kind and understanding of others and to remember your own worth, and to be supportive and confident. Realise your own abilities and guide others.

What is your current occupation?
I am a Bespoke Vehicle Consultant for JLR within the Special Vehicle Operations, Global Business Development Team. I operate out of a high-end Bespoke Commissioning suite that has advanced technical software to enable the creation of non-standard unique vehicles. I am a global Commercial Head that engages with all stakeholders to provide JLR global market editions. I also handle the global elite, ultra-high net worth individuals, and celebrity and VIP clients and cars for film.

What hobbies or interests do you have outside of your professional life?
I play acoustic guitar and sing in local open mic nights and folk clubs. I also enjoy having some classic cars and belong to some car clubs. I grow my own fruit and vegetables.

What are your future goals, both personally and professionally?
To play better guitar, add more cars to my fleet, and remain healthy and fit.

What motivated you to join the alumni committee?
My love for all things Princethorpe and to help others experience it.

How do you hope to contribute to the school community through the alumni committee?
By offering my marketing and business development advice and experience and to meet families and future pupils thinking of becoming part of the school.