Schneider Electric, the leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has appointed Jacqui Whitaker as its new Vice President of Finance, UK and Ireland (UKI).<\/p>\n
Jacqui will lead the UKI finance team, focusing on maximising investment returns, supporting growth opportunities, and driving forward Schneider Electric\u2019s broader sustainability goals.<\/p>\n
She steps into the role with nearly a decade of international experience with Schneider Electric, having led the international business finance function across 100+ countries in South America, the Pacific, the Middle East, and Africa. Her business and commercial focus, coupled with expertise in dealing with hyperinflation and foreign exchange instability, have equipped her with the resilience and scenario planning skills necessary to navigate the current UKI market. Prior to Schneider Electric, Jacqui held leadership roles at Eurostar in the UK.<\/p>\n
Speaking about her appointment, Jacqui Whitaker, Schneider Electric\u2019s Vice President of Finance for UKI said: \u201cSchneider Electric has a mature and very successful business here, but I am looking forward to finding additional growth opportunities and making it operate even more effectively as the demand for clean energy increases in the region.\u201d<\/p>\n
Kelly Becker, Schneider Electric\u2019s President UK and Ireland, Belgium and The Netherlands said: \u201cJacqui has excelled as a finance leader at Schneider Electric, clearly demonstrating excellence in execution as well as driving key finance transformation initiatives. Jacqui\u2019s extensive experience, having worked in multiple finance functions internationally and in the UK, gives her the experience and perspective needed to support our UKI growth journey.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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