Kate Gardner
About Kate Gardner
Kate Gardner is an Enablement Specialist in Ways of Working at Nationwide Building Society, where she has worked since 2020. She has a diverse background in project management and coordination, with previous roles at NHS and BDO UK LLP.
Work at Nationwide Building Society
Kate Gardner has been serving as an Enablement Specialist in the Ways of Working team at Nationwide Building Society since 2020. In this role, she focuses on enhancing operational efficiency and facilitating effective collaboration within the organization. Prior to her current position, she held various roles at Nationwide, including Change Quality Partner from 2019 to 2020 and PMO Analyst from 2017 to 2019. Her experience at Nationwide spans over four years, contributing to multiple projects aimed at improving processes and quality.
Previous Experience at NHS
Before her tenure at Nationwide Building Society, Kate Gardner worked at the NHS as a Committee Co-ordinator for eight months in 2010 to 2011. In this role, she was responsible for coordinating committee meetings and supporting the administrative functions necessary for effective governance within the organization.
Career at BDO UK LLP
Kate Gardner's professional background includes significant experience at BDO UK LLP, where she worked from 2012 to 2017. She started as a Project Executive from 2012 to 2014 and advanced to the position of Senior Project Executive from 2014 to 2017. During her time at BDO, she contributed to various projects, enhancing her skills in project management and execution.
Education and Expertise
Kate Gardner studied at The University of Birmingham, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Philosophy from 2004 to 2007. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in critical thinking and analytical skills, which she applies in her professional roles.