Fera
Katy Sawyer


Katy Sawyer
Chief People Officer

Areas of Expertise
Developing and delivering forward-thinking people strategies that drive the right cultural behaviours and operational performance. Specialising in building a working environment which truly values its people with effective career development opportunities, and innovative recognition practices whilst promoting employee wellbeing and a shared sense of purpose.

Introduction
Katy is an experienced Chief People Officer, responsible for developing and executing effective people strategies that align with business goals, ensuring a high performing and engaged workforce. With notable relevant industry experience, particularly within PE backed businesses, Katy has overseen significant organisational expansion through both organic and international M&A activity.  

Career History
Katy has spent the last 10 years working primarily in healthcare, healthcare-tech and bio-science industries, supporting the development and upscaling of organisations at pace. Katy has successfully focussed on driving employee engagement and building effective organisational cultures with award-winning results, most recently securing a listing on The Sunday Times Best Places to Work. Katy has built a successful career, working in partnership with business leaders at a global level to drive significant business growth. Katy's career to date demonstrates her continued commitment to a forward-thinking, solutions-focused strategic approach to guarantee innovation and commercial success.  

Board Service, Honours, Special Skills and Education
Katy has a BA (Hons) in International Politics and is MCIPD qualified.


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