Bilingual Welsh recruiter says hello to employee ownership
Wed, 20 Nov 2024 | BUSINESS SALE
Cardiff-based bilingual executive search firm Goodson Thomas has transitioned to employee ownership. That means it will now be owned by its staff through an Employee Ownership Trust.
Goodson Thomas is the only Wales-based, bilingual executive search firm and over the past decade has grown from two employees to a team of eight, delivering nearly 280 appointments in both executive and non-executive roles.
Sian Goodson, founder of the company, will step into the role of Executive Chair, continuing to lead its strategic vision. She will serve on the board of directors of the EOT trust alongside Chris Brindley, an Executive Coach and former Non-Executive Director of Goodson Thomas, and Steffan Jones, currently a Consultant with the company. The EOT will focus on representing the interests of employees.
This change also means a new governance structure at Goodson Thomas. Operational leadership will be in the hands of Ross O’Keefe, newly appointed as Managing Director, and Catrin Taylor, Director. Together, they will lead the development of Goodson Thomas and its new Welsh-language recruitment branch, Penodi (Appoint) which was officially announced last month and specialises in recruiting for roles where Welsh language skills are essential or desirable.
Goodson said: “Transitioning to employee-ownership is timely as Goodson Thomas celebrates its 10-year anniversary. This move allows the company to remain independent and committed to serving Welsh communities, while safeguarding our values as a business. The shift to an EOT model recognises the dedication and hard work of our team. It’s a future-focused decision, placing the company in the hands of those who drive it forward every day.”
O’Keefe added that the EOT aligns perfectly with its values as a company. “Our work, driven by each member of the team centres on building strong relationships. While filling roles is key, it’s also about fostering meaningful connections between candidates and organisations,” he said. “With our extensive network and expertise, we bring the best talent to organisations across Wales.”
It received specialist legal advice from Cooper Cavendish LLP.
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