Catherine Cole

Catherine Cole is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in consultancy and leadership roles across various industries. Currently serving as an Ambassador for The Mekong Club and a Sustainable Growth Catalyst at B Purpose Bureau, Catherine focuses on addressing modern slavery in the private sector and promoting purpose-driven business practices. Catherine co-founded MOTIF and led it as CEO, successfully securing $2 million in seed funding and establishing it as a separate entity. Previous positions include Executive Director at Alvanon, Managing Director at Typhoon Consulting, and Founder of cc9 Ltd., alongside roles at Room to Read and RacingThePlanet Ltd. Catherine holds an MBA from Harvard Business School and master's and bachelor's degrees from the University of Pennsylvania, further complemented by a rich educational background from Phillips Exeter Academy and Taipei American School.