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human first, experience-led and built on trust.
I’m Caroline Thomson, founder of Authenticity Works.
I have 20+ years leading People functions: building teams, leadership, strategy and culture that reflects today’s values-driven workforce. I work with start-ups and scale-ups through funding rounds to create environments that balance performance with alignment.
Services
FRACTIONAL HR SUPPORT
CULTURE DESIGN & TRANSFORMATION
LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
Fractional People leadership for early-stage and scaling companies who need senior expertise without a full-time hire.
My focus is on building the operational backbone of a great employee experience - practical, scalable and values-aligned.
LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
CULTURE DESIGN & TRANSFORMATION
LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
Featuring the NextGen Leaders Programme, because leadership isn’t just a job title.
This isn’t your typical management training.
The NextGen Leaders Programme is designed to equip both emerging managers and senior individual contributors with the self-awareness, mindset, and skills needed to lead from wherever they are.
CULTURE DESIGN & TRANSFORMATION
CULTURE DESIGN & TRANSFORMATION
CULTURE DESIGN & TRANSFORMATION
I help companies move beyond aspirational values to create cultures that are intentional, embedded, and actionable.
That means defining the mindsets and behaviours that bring your values to life, and building them into the day-to-day experience of work.
client references
John Finney, Founder and Director at ALL.SPACE
Stewart Niblock, Chairman of Trustees at TeamUp.org.uk
Stewart Niblock, Chairman of Trustees at TeamUp.org.uk
“Caroline was headhunted to support the scale-up of our deep tech venture during a critical $100M+ growth journey. From day one, she brought not just expertise but vision - transforming our pre-revenue startup into a high-performing, people-led organisation.
She implemented world-class diversity and inclusion strategies, revamped our talent acquisition, introduced impactful wellness and reward programmes, and fostered a deeply collaborative and values-driven culture.
Caroline also navigated us safely through the challenges of Covid, without losing momentum. Her leadership played a key role in securing multiple successful funding rounds. She builds world-class teams that drive world-class results - any company would be lucky to have her.”
Stewart Niblock, Chairman of Trustees at TeamUp.org.uk
Stewart Niblock, Chairman of Trustees at TeamUp.org.uk
Stewart Niblock, Chairman of Trustees at TeamUp.org.uk
"There are very few people you meet in business that make your life so much easier by taking the pain out of difficult decisions and situations, through giving clear, succinct and pragmatic action, guidance and advice.
Caroline is one of those few people, and does all this (and more) without drama; simply gets things done quickly and effectively, in a way that takes people with her.
She is a genuine pleasure to work with and makes HR issues always seem less challenging than they would otherwise be."
Indira Hann, Fractional GC and Founder of Hann Legal
Stewart Niblock, Chairman of Trustees at TeamUp.org.uk
Indira Hann, Fractional GC and Founder of Hann Legal
"While I was providing legal support to Caroline's department at Isotropic Systems (which subsequently rebranded as ALL.SPACE), I had the pleasure of working closely with her.
She is an extremely talented and seasoned HR specialist with extensive understanding in her field. Her emotional intelligence is high, she assembled a strong team, and she led the business through some difficult times.
She has a high degree of emotional intelligence and is sympathetic and empathetic, but she also doesn't shy away from challenging discussions and difficult decisions.
Caroline comes highly recommended; any organisation would be fortunate to have her!"
I believe the future of work demands more than just performance - it calls for purpose, emotional intelligence, and a human-first approach to leadership.
