The automotive woman who inspires me is Catherine Faiers An amazing leader with huge capacity to manage the big things whilst not forgetting about the detail which can have a profound impact on people. She somehow manages to combine a powerful business acumen with an empathy and attention to others which is nothing short of exceptional. Someone who cares passionately about doing the right thing, for her people, the business and the industry. Unafraid to break down barriers, tackle the tricky topics which others may avoid, and make a stance. Her endless ability to be across so many areas simultaneously quite simply means progress is made! She has had a very tangible impact on the industry and is well recognised and respected by all our customers, regularly appearing at conferences and on webinars to share her insights, and also tackle any questions thrown at her. A wonderful role model to many. At Auto Trader, we regularly see Catherine showing up, sharing personal stories from having children, juggling work and home life, career progression and dealing with challenging situations of all varieties. She is open, honest, sincere and comfortable being vulnerable with others. As a result she not only has a great impact on people in the organisation but touches the hearts of colleagues which is endearing. Catherine spends time engaging with our employee networks and does her utmost to listen and learn from our people, openly challenging her own thinking. Her commercial acumen and strategic thinking is hard to summarise. Those who know her have huge respect and admiration for her business capabilities again across all levels from shaping the future strategy of a FTSE100 tech business like ours to driving the successful delivery of our operations. She’s a driven individual with an abundance of talent rarely seen! Catherine is a superb role model to many internally and also externally be that in automotive or beyond. This is demonstrated by the success she has had in multiple industries, which are not always the easiest for women to navigate, including Automotive, Transport, Rail, Banking and Technology. She has recently been instrumental in bringing together collectives of women at all levels in the interest of offering support and lifting others. She’s also a wonderful role model to her children and often shares photos and insight be that school plays, driving tractors or anything else a typical mum gets happily involved in! In summary, an exceptional organisational and industry inspirational leader who we’re proud is ours. ❤️ That is why Catherine Faiers is #InspiringAutomotiveWoman. So,#WhoInspiresYou? Fiona Fitzgerald Rosie Williamson Sophia Murdock Karen Ferguson Julia Muir Thomas Holmes April Hogarth Laura Staniforth Camilla Ellerton Auto Trader UK Christos Tsaprounis FCIPD (he/him) Helen Robinson Nathan Coe
Although I probably see less of her than you do
I quite like her too
Sonia Hobbs
5d
She is a formidable leader and more importantly a wonderful human being. Someone I aspire to be more like and someone I have a huge amount of respect for.
Fabulous tribute to someone who inspires so many people across the wider tech space as well. Thank you Catherine Faiers for all you do and to Rebecca Clark for telling everyone about it
Laura Harvey
5d
Brilliantly put Bex, we are very lucky to have her!
I don't know Catherine, yet I feel I now do having read your eloquent and impassioned tribute. Magnificent! 👏 👏 👏
Joanna Smith
5d
Perfect words Rebecca Clark and couldn’t agree more! A massive inspiration to us all 🙌🏼🩵
Beautifully said Rebecca Clark a perfect summary!
Kaye Lee
5d
A great nomination! A true role model for all
COO at Auto Trader UK
5dRight back at you Rebecca Clark , you inspire me every day, couldn’t be prouder to be part of your team ❤️