Strategy and Execution

Fosway Group Appoints Chief Operating Officer

Carole LaithwaiteCirencester (UK), October 2017 - Fosway Group, a European HR and learning analyst, has announced the appointment of Carole Laithwaite as its Chief Operating Officer. The role supports the continued growth of the firm, with close involvement in Fosway’s overall strategy and execution.

Carole joins Fosway Group with a proven industry record, having successfully contributed to the development and implementation of growth strategies and scaling operating processes in rapidly expanding organisations.  Prior to joining Fosway Group, Carole was Chief Operating Officer for Kallidus, responsible for providing day to day operational leadership and building teams that share a common ethos for delivering customer excellence.

She will work in close partnership with CEO David Wilson across Fosway's HR and learning practices, with particular focus on corporate clients, in addition to supporting the longer-term vision for the company.

David Wilson, CEO of Fosway Group comments, "Carole joins us with a wealth of valuable experience, both in terms of industry-specific knowledge and expertise, and a proven ability to transform business strategy. As we continue to grow, her role will further grow our engagement with corporate clients, which remains a key priority for Fosway. She will also assume responsibility for the operational day-to-day operations of the business. We are delighted to have her onboard."

Carole observed, "Fosway Group has a great heritage and is highly respected in the marketplace, so it is an exciting time to join as it extends its reach internationally. Fosway's research and understanding of Next Gen HR and learning is unrivalled in Europe, as is its understanding of European corporate needs and challenges. I look forward to working with our clients and our analyst team to really take Fosway's business, market influence, and industry insights to the next level."