Katharine Davies has a strong reputation for excellence in Workplace Health, Safety & Wellbeing, spanning over 16 years across multiple industries. Currently the Associate Director of Safety, Health & Environment for AstraZeneca, Katharine is deeply passionate about fostering a workplace that ensures safety from both physical and psychological harm, promotes holistic wellbeing, embraces full accessibility and inclusivity, and empowers the team to reach their full potential. 

In addition to her focus on safety and wellbeing, Katharine leads AstraZeneca’s sustainability commitment and the protection of the environment. She is dedicated to integrating sustainable practices into workplace safety, health, and environmental strategies, ensuring that the organization’s operations are not only safe but also environmentally responsible.

Over recent years, Katharine has been committed to supporting business leaders across the industry to develop practical applications for the workplace. In addition to speaking at Industry Conferences, she has had the unique opportunity to speak at the 23rd World Congress on Safety and Health at Work as panelist on the topic “Safety is Good Business: People, Planet, Profit” which emphasized that workplace health and safety is a crucial aspect of social responsibility and significantly contributes to the ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) proposition.