Cathy Butler

Cathy Butler is an experienced leadership and talent development professional with a diverse background in executive education and organizational development. She currently serves as the Head of Leadership at The Whitehall & Industry Group (WIG).1 2

Career Highlights

Previous Roles::

Head of Executive Education at Møller Institute, Churchill College, University of Cambridge (2016-2020)6
Business Development Director at Cambridge Judge Business School (2009-2016)6
Director at an undisclosed organization (2005-2009)6

Current Role:: As Head of Leadership at WIG, Cathy designs and delivers collaborative cross-sector leadership programs for various stages of the leadership life cycle.1 2

Expertise and Skills

Cathy is known for:

Designing and managing executive education programs across diverse territories and cultures4
Working with executives, teams, and organizations to navigate ambiguity and foster innovation1
Specializing in the development of wise leadership in the face of global challenges, including inequality and climate change1

Education and Qualifications

Master of Arts (MA) in Italian (Linguist by educational background)3
Master of Business Administration (MBA)1
Advanced Diploma in Transformational Coaching (EMCC accreditation)1
Trained teacher1
Certified to deliver several leadership psychometric tools1

Notable Projects

Cathy has worked with various high-profile clients, including:

Government departments: Defra, Department of Health, BEIS, Home Office
National Health Service (NHS)
Private sector: PPG (global manufacturer), IPC and Indra (technology firms)1

She has also been involved in leadership development initiatives such as the British Council's Future Leaders Connect programme.5

Throughout her career, Cathy has demonstrated a passion for helping leaders and organizations thrive in complex, ever-changing environments, emphasizing the importance of innovation, collaboration, and societal impact.1 2