CWT appoints new senior vice-president of talent and rewards

The travel management platform, CWT, has appointed Karen Farrell (pictured) as senior vice-president of global talent and total rewards. In this role Farrell will aim to develop and lead talent acquisition and talent management strategies, while spearheading the company’s learning and development, compensation, and benefits efforts. Catherine Maguire-Vielle, executive vice-president and chief human resources officer, said: “As the CWT business evolves, so does the need for innovative talent strategies. With Karen’s results-driven ethic and deep sector knowledge, we’re excited to welcome her into the team and successfully continue to grow the business with a talent and rewards-first approach.” Farrell joins CWT from Boehringer Ingelheim, where she had over a 20-year career in various human recourses roles.