Getting to know...Caroline Howarth

What’s your job title?

Corporate Business Manager for the UK & Ireland

Tell us a little bit about where you grew up

I’m from a working-class background in Leeds. I was raised to work hard and never take anything for granted – probably because my dad owned his own business which he built from scratch.

As a child, what did you want to be when you grew up?

A pop star or actress, or failing that, an Accountant!

If you could host a dinner party for anyone dead or alive, who would you invite?

Michelle Obama, Mohammed Ali, Shakespeare, Elvis, Princess Diana and Gary Speed (my childhood crush!)

Finish this sentence: I'm committed to DE&I because…

I want to drive positive change! I have a voice and I'm passionate about using it to be an advocate for diversity, equity and inclusion.

What are you most proud of?

Having the courage to move away from Leeds when I was pregnant with my second child. That was a real leap of faith!

“I was raised to work hard and never take anything for granted”

Describe your journey at Enterprise in three words

Exciting, fun and challenging!

What’s your favourite food?

Sushi

What are your hobbies?

Running and eating out

What’s the most challenging thing you’ve ever done?

Move across the country several times! I went from Leeds to Winchester to Nottingham to Staines and now I'm based at our European HQ in Egham. I'm so proud of myself and of my family for supporting me throughout my career.

What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?

Cameron Bentley was my first manager and long-term mentor, he always told me, ‘don’t be afraid to take a risk.’

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