Catherine W.
About Catherine W.
Catherine W. serves as the Regional HR & Facilities Director for Asia Pacific at The Economist Group, a position she has held since 2008. With a background in human resources and facilities management, she has over two decades of experience in various roles within the organization and other companies.
Work at The Economist Group
Catherine W. has been with The Economist Group since 2008, serving as the Regional HR & Facilities Director for the Asia Pacific region. In this role, she oversees human resources and facilities management across multiple countries, ensuring effective operations and employee engagement. Prior to her current position, she held various roles within the organization, including HR Manager for North Asia and Regional Facilities Manager for Asia from 2007 to 2008. Her tenure at The Economist Group spans over 16 years, showcasing her extensive experience in HR and facilities management.
Education and Expertise
Catherine W. studied at Sheffield Hallam University, where she earned an MBA with a focus on Human Resources Management. This educational background provides her with a solid foundation in HR principles and practices, which she applies in her current role. Her expertise encompasses various aspects of human resources, including employee relations, talent management, and organizational development.
Background in Human Resources
Catherine W. has a diverse background in human resources, having worked in various capacities since 1994. Before joining The Economist Group, she served as the Administration & HR Manager at JGC Construction International from 1994 to 1998 in Hong Kong. Her career at The Economist Group began in 1998 as an Office Manager for Regional Facilities Asia, where she worked for four years before progressing to HR Executive and Regional Facilities Manager Asia from 2002 to 2007.
Career Progression
Catherine W.'s career reflects a steady progression through various roles in human resources and facilities management. Starting as an Office Manager at The Economist Group, she advanced to HR Executive and then to Regional Facilities Manager. Her experience in these roles laid the groundwork for her current position as Regional HR & Facilities Director, where she integrates her knowledge of HR and facilities to support organizational goals.