Cate Prescott (She/Her)
About Cate Prescott (She/Her)
Cate Prescott is the Chief People Officer and Sr. Vice President at Verra Mobility and NI (National Instruments), with extensive experience in human resources and organizational development.
Chief People Officer at Verra Mobility and NI
Cate Prescott currently serves as the Chief People Officer and Sr. Vice President at both Verra Mobility and NI (National Instruments). Her role includes overseeing strategic HR initiatives and providing leadership in people and organizational development. She is based in Austin, Texas, and operates in a hybrid capacity.
Previous Experience at NI (National Instruments)
Prior to her current role, Cate held various significant positions at NI (National Instruments). She was the Global Vice President of Human Resources from 2016 to 2021 and served as the Director of Regional Human Resources (EMEIA, APAC, AMER) from 2015 to 2021. Her work at NI involved extensive experience in managing HR operations across multiple regions, aligning organizational culture with business outcomes, and providing strategic insights through data and governance.
Head of HR at BAE Systems
From 2005 to 2013, Cate Prescott worked as the Head of HR at BAE Systems in Warton, Preston. During her tenure, she was responsible for overseeing human resource functions and developing HR strategies that supported business objectives. Her role required deep engagement with senior leadership and navigating complex HR challenges.
Educational Background in Human Resources
Cate Prescott has a strong educational background in human resources. She achieved an Advanced Diploma in Coaching from Oxford Brookes University (2011-2013) and an MA in Strategic HR from the University of Leicester. She also studied at Radcliffe, enhancing her skills in coaching, strategic HR, and organizational development.
Extensive Global Experience
Cate Prescott has extensive global experience, having spent significant time working in EMEA and APAC regions, in addition to living and working in the UK and the US. Her roles have involved navigating complex organizational redesigns, re-envisioning company cultures, and aligning them with business outcomes. She is skilled in providing business insights through data and governance and has a proven track record in managing transitions at the senior leadership level.