Elior UK Makes Senior Tech Appointment – FM Industry

Elior UK has appointed Laura Kendrick as Chief Information Officer.

Kendrick brings extensive cross-sector experience in leading IT Operations and delivering large complex transformation programmes having joined Elior UK from IPG Mediabrands where she led IT and Technology for the EMEA region, and was responsible for bringing together the UK and European IT teams to move completely to the cloud for all infrastructure and applications.

In her new role, Kendrick will be responsible for leading digital strategy and technology innovation across the company.

She says, “I’m thrilled to be joining Elior UK and am particularly excited to work with such a high performing team to deliver real benefits to the business and our customers.”

Elior UK CEO, Catherine Roe, adds: “Laura is an experienced and driven IT leader and we are delighted to have her join our UK Leadership Team. Her significant experience in digital strategy will play a vital role leading the Elior IT team as they continue to develop our systems and innovative technologies that will continue adding value to our customers and clients.”

Kendrick is a member of Women Leaders in Data and AI (WLDA) – a private network for women who are tech leaders, and of the Hot Topics TechGirl mentorship programme which supports young women into tech careers.