Chris Bartlam

Chris is the Finance Manager at Heal at Home, bringing extensive experience in financial management, business operations, workforce development and practical project management. Throughout his career, he has worked across a diverse range of industries, including global manufacturing, media and service-based organisations, as well as gaining valuable experience as a business owner. His broad professional background has provided him with a strong understanding of business operations, financial performance and the importance of developing efficient systems that support sustainable organisational growth. Known for his practical, hands-on approach, Chris combines financial knowledge with operational insight, recognising that effective financial management involves understanding not only the numbers but also the people, processes and decisions behind them.

Chris’s professional expertise includes financial oversight, business operations, process improvement, operational efficiency, project management and strategic business support. He is particularly passionate about identifying opportunities to streamline processes, reduce unnecessary costs and implement practical solutions that improve organisational performance. Rather than approaching finance purely from a financial reporting perspective, Chris takes the time to understand how different areas of a business operate and how financial decisions influence everyday activities. His experience across multiple industries has strengthened his ability to develop effective systems, build strong working relationships and support organisations in achieving their operational and financial objectives.

As Finance Manager at Heal at Home, Chris plays an important role in supporting the organisation’s financial management, operational efficiency and long-term sustainability. He works closely with the leadership team to strengthen business processes, improve resource management and support informed financial and operational decision-making. Chris is also passionate about workforce development and creating environments where employees feel supported, trusted and empowered to grow professionally. He believes that successful organisations are built on strong teams, clear processes and a culture of accountability and collaboration. His practical leadership style focuses on finding solutions that make everyday operations more efficient while ensuring the organisation remains financially sustainable and well positioned to continue delivering high-quality community nursing services.

Chris believes that effective financial management extends beyond budgets, reports and financial performance. For him, it is about understanding the broader organisation, supporting the people who contribute to its success and ensuring that resources are managed responsibly to achieve meaningful outcomes. He takes pride in helping businesses develop sustainable systems that allow teams to focus on delivering their best work. Outside his professional responsibilities, Chris enjoys spending quality time with his family and coaching his son’s soccer team, where he shares his enthusiasm for teamwork, development and encouraging young players to reach their potential. A passionate supporter of Aston Villa Football Club in England, Chris can often be found staying up late or waking during the early hours to follow his beloved team. His combination of financial expertise, operational knowledge and people-focused leadership reflects Heal at Home’s commitment to responsible management, continuous improvement and sustainable growth.