Sesame Bankhall Group has appointed two senior executives to bolster its leadership.
- Catherine Darroue joins as Marketing and Brand Director, bringing over 20 years of experience.
- Rebecca Luter will assume the role of HR Director, enhancing team diversity and inclusion.
- Both executives are set to play a crucial role in implementing SBG’s growth strategy.
- Their appointments reflect SBG’s commitment to innovative leadership and adviser support.
Sesame Bankhall Group has made significant strides in fortifying its executive lineup by introducing two new senior figures. This strategic move underlines the organisation’s commitment to fostering growth and enhancing its offerings to advisers.
Catherine Darroue, a seasoned professional with over two decades in financial services, steps into the role of Marketing and Brand Director. Her extensive background includes leading global marketing initiatives at Aetna International and holding pivotal positions at MetLife, Friends Life, and Legal & General. Darroue’s expertise promises to infuse fresh energy into SBG’s marketing strategies, aligning them with contemporary industry needs.
Joining her is Rebecca Luter, newly appointed HR Director, whose career spans 19 years in the financial sector. Her track record at Lloyds Banking Group, where she excelled in senior HR roles, is marked by her success in cultivating inclusive and diverse teams. Luter’s chartered fellowship in CIPD adds to her formidable credentials, positioning her to steer SBG’s HR practices towards greater inclusivity.
Both executives will report directly to the CEO, Richard Harrison, becoming integral members of SBG’s Executive Committee. Harrison praises the new hires for their talent and leadership, crucial to SBG’s aspiration to be a proactive partner to advisory firms. He highlights the importance of recruiting versatile individuals who contribute new perspectives and insights crucial for the Group’s expansive growth strategy.
Darroue and Luter’s involvement is not just about executing existing plans but also entails architecting innovative strategies that resonate with SBG’s modernisation and growth objectives. Richard Harrison emphasises that people development remains at the heart of these objectives, ensuring that by attracting top industry talent, SBG will continue to offer exceptional experiences to its advisers.
The appointments of Darroue and Luter mark a significant step in strengthening SBG’s leadership to achieve its growth ambitions.
