Fiona Harris
About Fiona Harris
Fiona Harris serves as the HR Lead UK and HR Business Partner EMEA at Anaplan, a position she has held since 2021. With over 20 years of experience in the technology sector, she specializes in employee relations, culture change, and diversity initiatives.
Work at Anaplan
Fiona Harris has been serving as the HR Lead UK and HR Business Partner EMEA at Anaplan since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing human resources strategies and initiatives across the UK and EMEA regions. Her focus includes employee relations, governance, and supporting organizational change and transformation. Harris operates at both C-suite and EMEA board levels, fostering strong relationships within the organization.
Previous Experience at CA Technologies
Before joining Anaplan, Fiona Harris held several positions at CA Technologies. She worked as Senior HR Director for the UK, Ireland, and North Europe from 2017 to 2018. Prior to that, she served as HR Director for the UK and Ireland from 2015 to 2017. Her tenure at CA Technologies also included roles as Sr HR Business Partner from 2005 to 2015 and Executive Assistant to the Sales Director from 1995 to 1998. This extensive experience contributed to her expertise in employee relations and organizational management.
Experience at Box
Fiona Harris worked as the People Director for EMEA at Box from 2019 to 2020. In this position, she was responsible for managing human resources functions across the EMEA region. Her role involved implementing HR strategies that aligned with the company's goals and fostering a positive workplace culture.
Education and Expertise
Fiona Harris studied Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration at the University of West London from 1998 to 2000, where she achieved Chartered Institute of Personnel Development certification. Her educational background, combined with over 20 years of experience in the technology sector, has equipped her with expertise in culture change, diversity, inclusion, and succession management.
Background
Fiona Harris attended St Bernards Convent Grammar School from 1980 to 1987. She has built a career in human resources, primarily within the technology sector, and has developed a strong ability to navigate complex and ambiguous situations across matrix organizations. Her experience spans various roles that have enhanced her skills in coaching, change management, and building credible relationships at all organizational levels.