Lucia Scarborough Mcipd
About Lucia Scarborough Mcipd
Lucia Scarborough is the Chief People Officer at Adaptavist, where she has worked since 2021. With a background in human resources and a focus on aligning company culture with employee engagement, she has held various HR roles across multiple organizations since 2010.
Current Role at Adaptavist
Lucia Scarborough serves as the Chief People Officer at Adaptavist, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she plays a crucial part in aligning the company's culture with employee engagement initiatives. Additionally, she has been the Head of People and Talent at Adaptavist since 2016, contributing to the organization for a total of eight years. Her responsibilities include acting as an internal ambassador to bridge the gap between employer and employee, ensuring effective communication and collaboration within the company.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Before joining Adaptavist, Lucia Scarborough held several positions in human resources. She worked at Brand Union as an HR Executive from 2011 to 2013 and later as an HR Advisor from 2013 to 2014. Following her tenure at Brand Union, she served as a Global HR Business Partner at OLIVER Agency from 2014 to 2016. Additionally, she worked as a Personnel Administrator - Policies at Olympus KeyMed from 2010 to 2011. This diverse experience has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of HR functions across various organizations.
Educational Background
Lucia Scarborough studied at the University of Portsmouth, where she earned a degree in History from 2005 to 2008. She furthered her education at Anglia Ruskin University, specializing in Human Resources Management and Personnel Administration. She achieved her CIPD qualification during her studies from 2011 to 2013. This educational foundation has provided her with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in her HR career.
Role in Business Growth
In her current capacity at Adaptavist, Lucia Scarborough plays a key role in leading the HR function during periods of business hyper-growth. Her focus on aligning company culture with employee engagement initiatives is essential in managing the challenges that come with rapid expansion. This strategic approach helps ensure that the workforce remains engaged and aligned with the company's goals during transformative phases.