- Kate Kwiatkowska appointed Head of Sustainability at NorthStandard.
- She joins from Fintel plc, where she led ESG and corporate marketing.
- Her role includes stakeholder engagement, strategy development, and progress tracking.
- She won ‘Woman of the Year – ESG’ award (2024) and holds an MSc in Risk, Disaster, and Environmental Management.
NorthStandard has appointed Kate Kwiatkowska as its new Head of Sustainability, reinforcing its commitment to sustainability as a core element of its long-term strategy. With extensive experience in ESG leadership, Kate will play a key role in engaging stakeholders, integrating sustainability into corporate strategy, and tracking progress within the organization.
Kate’s Role and Responsibilities
Coming from her previous position as Head of ESG and Corporate Marketing at Fintel plc, Kate will be responsible for collaborating with NorthStandard’s members, brokers, employees, and other key stakeholders. Her focus will be on:
- Developing and refining sustainability strategies aligned with NorthStandard’s long-term vision.
- Establishing sustainability metrics and reporting mechanisms to measure progress over time.
- Ensuring NorthStandard operates responsibly, supporting and protecting its members for future generations.
Leadership Endorsement and Expertise
Ed Davies, Chief Strategy Officer at NorthStandard, highlighted the significance of the role, stating:
“The Head of Sustainability plays a pivotal role at NorthStandard, ensuring that we operate responsibly and build an organisation that will support and protect our members not only today but for future generations.”
He praised Kate’s strategic leadership, stakeholder engagement, and data analysis skills, noting that her experience in implementing ESG initiatives at an AIM-listed financial services company makes her an ideal candidate.
Kate’s Achievements and Credentials
Kate’s outstanding contributions to ESG and sustainability have earned her several accolades, including:
- ‘Woman of the Year – ESG’ award at the ‘Professional Adviser Women in Financial Advice Awards’ (November 2024).
- Finalist for multiple ESG and sustainability-related awards.
- Holds an MSc in Risk, Disaster, and Environmental Management from the University of Huddersfield.
- Certified in Leading Sustainable Corporations from the University of Oxford.
Launch of NorthStandard’s Sustainability Report
Kate’s appointment coincides with the launch of NorthStandard’s latest Sustainability Report, reflecting the company’s commitment to transparency and responsible business practices. The report outlines the insurer’s sustainability priorities and ongoing efforts to embed ESG principles across its operations.
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Source: NorthStandard
