Theo Paphitis

Theo Paphitis is Solent's second and current Chancellor, bringing his entrepreneurial and business experience to the University and its students

The Chancellor is the ceremonial head of the University, presiding over Solent's annual graduation ceremonies and other formal functions.

The Chancellor also represents the University externally, both nationally and internationally – together with the Vice-Chancellor and the Chairman of the Board of Governors, he is the University's principal ambassador.