We are delighted to start 2025 by welcoming Kate Davidson MBE to the management team of The Farewell Guide. She will take the role of Chief Operating Officer (COO). Kate will be instrumental in helping us to build strong partnerships with Funeral Directors and cement our place in the funeral industry. With over 16 years of experience in the bereavement and end-of-life sector, Kate brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise that will be invaluable in supporting our funeral directors and supporting our growth.
Kate has been passionate about funerals and dignity for the bereaved, she began her career in the funerals and crematoria sector within Local Government before joining Dignity plc. During her eight years at Dignity, Kate held various senior roles in management and strategy, eventually rising to the position of Chief Executive Officer.
In recognition of her exceptional contributions during the COVID-19 pandemic, Kate was awarded an MBE in the 2022 New Year’s Honours for her services to bereaved people. This prestigious accolade highlights Kate’s dedication to supporting families during one of the most difficult times in their lives.
We are thrilled to have Kate on board and her leadership and expertise will support The Farewell Guide to even greater success. We look forward to continuing our mission of providing outstanding support and guidance to those navigating end-of-life services.
A quote from Kate Davidson:
Our sector is a special one; but we have the opportunity to be even better – and I believe that The Farewell Guide will play a critical role in driving that change. Since my first experience within the bereavement sector, 16 years ago, my biggest desire and motivation at work has been to help people at one of the most difficult times of their lives. I cannot wait to join The Farewell Guide on our shared mission of excellence in funeral care.
A quote from our CEO Rebecca Peach:
We are thrilled to welcome Kate to our senior management team!
We are thrilled to welcome Kate to our team. She brings a remarkable depth of experience, unwavering passion, and a true dedication to our mission. Kate's strong commitment to supporting individuals during difficult times aligns seamlessly with our core values.
At the heart of our work is ensuring that our users feel guided and supported, and Kate’s leadership will significantly enhance our ability to connect them with outstanding funeral directors. We’re excited to shout about the exceptional funeral directors we work with and continue to grow our trusted community, with Kate playing a key role in doing so. We’re excited to have her on board and look forward to the future ahead with Kate as part of our team
Please join us in welcoming Kate to The Farewell Guide family!
The Farewell Guide is a trusted online planning tool for funeral arrangements, providing free support and access to the largest network of the very best funeral providers. The first of its kind.