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Kate Taunton-Rigby is the Chief People Officer at ECI, a global leader in cloud-based solutions for the financial industry. She joined ECI in January 2023 and oversees all aspects of the global HR function, including talent acquisition, talent management, compensation and benefits, employee engagement, diversity and inclusion, and HR operations.
Prior to ECI, Kate was the VP of HR Operations at Eze Software Group, a provider of investment management software and services. She led the HR operations and talent acquisition teams for over 1,200 employees across 15 offices worldwide. She was responsible for developing and implementing HR strategies, policies, and processes that aligned with the business objectives and culture. She also managed the integration of HR systems and processes during the acquisition of Eze Software Group by SS&C Technologies in 2019.
Kate has over 15 years of experience in HR and business consulting, working with various clients in the non-profit, start-up, and managed services sectors. She founded and ran her own HR and business consulting practice, Team T-R, from January 2020 to November 2021, where she partnered with organizations to provide HR operations and business strategy and support. She also worked as a freelance human resources consultant from July 2020 to November 2021, offering HR solutions and guidance to clients on various HR topics and challenges.
Kate started her career as a recruiter at Daniel Roberts, a staffing and recruiting firm based in Boston, MA. She worked there from 2007 to July 2010, sourcing and placing candidates for various roles in the finance, accounting, and administrative fields.
Kate holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Boston University. She is a certified Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) and a member of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). She is passionate about creating a positive and inclusive work environment where people can thrive and grow. She lives in Boston, MA with her husband and two children.
