Intelligent Tech Channels Issue 22 | Page 54

INDUSTRY APPOINTMENTS Fintech firm appoints first HR and Transformation Executive impact on the role of HR. This function has had to evolve and the resulting changes cannot be underestimated. It’s important for businesses to be aware of the shift this has created and adapt to the new reality of the working world.” Mphokane says that one that hasn’t changed is that human behaviour is still critical. “I thrive on seeing people develop and grow and who are ultimately happy,” she said. s b ee n a pp strategic focus and commitment to being compliant, diverse and sustainable. “Investing in, and developing people, is a strategic objective for e4,” she said. “With transformation a key imperative, I am looking forward to building a successful HR practice, focusing on these two areas and evolving the role within the group. As an ICT company, ensuring we have a sustainable approach to B-BBBEE is also an important focus area. Technology has had a significant With transformation a key imperative, I am looking forward to building a successful HR practice. intech company, e4, which offers Software-as-a-Service driven digital solutions, has announced the appointment of Ntombi Mphokane as its first HR and Transformation Executive. Responsible for all aspects of HR and transformation across the group, Mphokane says this is a new role and supports e4’s F oin ted as e 4’s first HR an io at orm f s an d Tr n “I look forward to establishing my department as a strategic business partner within e4, providing critical services and enabling the company to achieve greater success.” |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||| Mimecast appoints Karen Anderson as Chief Human Resources Officer er so n M , C h ie f Hu man a ec im at M Resources Officer st imecast Limited, a leading email and data security company, has announced Karen Anderson as its new Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO). In this newly created position, Karen will lead the company’s people and culture strategy. Karen joins Mimecast with more than 20 years of experience in various human resources roles. As the new CHRO, she will support the company’s global expansion, 54 enhance career development opportunities and help ensure that Mimecast remains a ‘Top Place to Work’ for all employees. In her last role, Karen was the Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer at Alnylam Pharmaceuticals where she supported the strategic direction and business growth from a few hundred employees to more than 1,000 employees in 16 global legal entities. “What I admired about Mimecast was the executive leadership’s commitment to their people, and their focus on ensuring the culture supports the company as it continues to grow rapidly,” said Karen Anderson. “I look forward to helping nurture the culture and drive employee growth and development in each region.” Karen is an active mentor in the community and is a board member of the Northeast HR association, an adviser to WEST (Women in the Enterprise of Science and Technology) and in 2018 was recognised by HRO Today magazine as a CHRO Leader of Distinction. What I admired about Mimecast was the executive leadership’s commitment to their people, and their focus on ensuring the culture supports the company as it continues to grow rapidly.