Catherine is a Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)) with a Higher Diploma in Taxation, known for her analytical prowess and strategic reporting expertise. Her career began with completing articles at a big four firm in Johannesburg. She then moved into Investment Banking in London, later working on financial due diligence, including leveraged buyouts and private equity transactions at another big four firm in Hong Kong.
For a decade, Catherine worked for a major South African bank, focusing on Board reporting for the Retail segment. She supported the Chief Risk Officer by delving into risk concerns, conducting industry analysis, and contributing to thought leadership.
Since June 2020, Catherine has been based in Ljubljana, Slovenia, where she continues to consult in the South Eastern European region. She co-founded TribeL Consulting, aimed at advancing women in leadership roles. Her notable projects include co-developing a “Program by Women for Women” in collaboration with women content creators, which has run for four years through StartIt@KBC for Women in Tech entrepreneurs.
Building on this success, Catherine recently co-created the Thrive Project, an online program for Women Leaders and business founders. This initiative focuses on enhancing leadership skills, boosting confidence, fostering strategic thinking and the creation of strong networks for women.
Outside of her professional life, Catherine is a mother of three and two dogs. In her free time, she enjoys long runs and traveling!