Chris Chaney named Most Influential CEO 2025 in Health Innovation and Philanthropy 

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Chris Chaney, Chief Executive of CW+, has been named Most Influential CEO 2025 – Health Innovation and Philanthropy (UK) by CEO Monthly as part of its annual Most Influential CEO Awards. CW+ was also recognised as Best Health Innovation Charity 2025 – UK. 

The awards celebrate visionary leaders driving change across their sectors, and this recognition highlights Chris’s strategic insight and commitment to advancing healthcare innovation, which have positioned CW+ as a national leader, earning recognition for its impact across the NHS and beyond. 

Since joining CW+ in 2016, Chris has led the charity’s mission to transform the hospital experience for patients, families and staff, championing innovative technologies and creative solutions across Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. 

Read more about the award on CEO Monthly.  

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