Neuven Solutions managing director Kate Roberts has sadly passed away after a battle with an aggressive form of cancer.
The company announced the news, paying tribute to a senior leader who played a central role in the growth and direction of the business over nearly eight years.
In a statement shared on LinkedIn, Neuven Solutions said: “It is with great sadness that we share the news of the passing of our dear colleague, Kate Roberts, managing director of Neuven Solutions, who has been taken from us far too early following a courageous battle with cancer.
“Kate was an integral part of Neuven for nearly eight years, serving as a highly respected member of our board and playing a significant role in guiding the business to become the success it is today.
“Her strategic insight, leadership, and unwavering commitment to excellence were felt not only within our team but also across the wider network of clients and partners who Kate worked so closely with.
“Kate’s positive personality, boundless energy, and remarkable optimism made a lasting impression on everyone who had the privilege of interacting with her.
“Our thoughts are with her family at this incredibly difficult time; her husband Nick, son Archie, parents Geoff and Linda, brother Phil and her many friends.
“We are deeply grateful for the messages of support we have already received from those who knew and worked with Kate.”
A separate LinkedIn post was shared from Roberts’ own account by her brother Phil, who wrote: “It is with profound sadness that I must share that Kate passed away peacefully on Friday last week.
“She approached her diagnosis and treatment with the same bravery, courage, and determination that defined how she lived her life; she fought until the very end.
“She was indefatigable and never lost her sense of humour or positive outlook throughout the entire journey. As a family, we will forever cherish the moments we shared together, and her legacy will live on through all those whose lives she touched.
“We have been overwhelmed by the messages of love and support from her friends and colleagues, and are incredibly grateful for them.
“Kate had such a positive impact on so many people’s lives, and we take great pride in her achievements, both professionally and personally.
“We are in the process of arranging the funeral and a celebration of her life, and I will be in touch at the appropriate time to share further details.”
Roberts had worked at Neuven Solutions, a provider of technology-enabled staffing solutions, for more than seven years.
She became managing director in December 2021, having previously served as operations director from July 2018 to December 2021.
During that time, she was closely involved in the leadership and operational development of the business.
Prior to her time at the Manchester-based business, she spent 20 years rising through the ranks at The Adecco Group.