Kate Guthrie

An accomplished and experienced Board Director, Senior Independent Director, Remuneration and Nominations Committee Chair and Trustee.  Working cross sector in both public and private environments, private equity and charitable organisations.  Current non-executive portfolio includes the Ministry of Defence, Allianz UK, Finova and Scottish Ballet. 

Previous experience as a Senior Executive, C-Suite Chief People Officer in Financial Services, Pharmaceuticals, FMCG and Retail.  Worked for Virgin Money, Lloyds Banking Group, Novartis, Diageo and Marks and Spencer.

Many of the companies I have worked with have been at the forefront of developing People Strategy which I believe exists to support successful achievement of business strategies.  Helping to create organisational and commercial success, vital to a healthy economy and a vibrant country.