Chloe Howe
About Chloe Howe
Chloe Howe serves as the Head of Operations Trading & Implementation at Wickes, where she has worked since 2020. With a background in various managerial roles at Wickes, she is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion within the company, particularly through the Balance for Better employee network.
Current Role at Wickes
Chloe Howe serves as the Head of Operations Trading & Implementation at Wickes, a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing operational strategies and implementing trading initiatives within the company. Her leadership contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of Wickes' operations, ensuring that the organization meets its business objectives.
Previous Experience at Wickes
Chloe Howe has extensive experience at Wickes, having held various positions since 2010. She began as a Supervisor in Maidstone, Kent, from 2010 to 2012, before advancing to Deputy Store Manager in Sevenoaks from 2012 to 2014. Following this, she served as Kitchen and Bathroom Store Manager in Royal Tunbridge Wells for one year. Afterward, she transitioned to roles in Watford, including Campaign Manager, Trading & Implementation Manager, and Senior Trading & Implementation Manager, before becoming Head of Operations.
Initiatives for Diversity and Inclusion
Chloe Howe is actively involved in promoting diversity and inclusion within Wickes. She leads the company's gender-focused employee network, Balance for Better, which has initiated various programs such as podcasts, lunch & learn sessions, and an ally programme. She has also organized virtual events for International Women’s Day and International Men’s Day, further emphasizing her commitment to raising awareness of gender-based issues.
Educational Background
Chloe Howe attended Fulston Manor Secondary School from 2001 to 2007, where she achieved her GCSE qualifications. This educational foundation has supported her career development and her roles within Wickes.
Community Initiatives at Wickes
Chloe Howe has successfully secured funding to provide menstruation products in all Wickes colleague facilities. This initiative is part of the Balance for Better network's efforts to enhance workplace support and promote gender equality within the organization.