Global consultancy Human8 has appointed Peter Teachman as Chief Operating Officer, following the recent hiring of Tim Wragg as Global CEO last month. Peter Teachman will play a pivotal role in transforming Human8’s business leveraging his expertise in driving business transformation initiatives and process improvement programs.

Peter Teachman brings a wealth of experience to Human8, having most recently served as Chief Growth Officer at Hall & Partners. Prior to that, he spent over 25 years at Kantar, where he held various leadership roles, including Chief Operating Officer for North American Insights and COO for Kantar Millward Brown in North America. His extensive background in business transformation and market strategy, combined with his strong blend of strategic and executional skills, will be instrumental in driving Human8’s growth and innovation. Peter is adept at focusing on scaling complex businesses, change management, and organisational design.

Peter Teachman commented, “I am excited to join Human8 at such a transformative time. The rapid advancements in AI present incredible opportunities for innovation and growth, and I look forward to working with the talented team at Human8 to enhance our insight communities and deliver exceptional value to our clients.”

In his new role, Teachman will oversee the company’s strategic transformation initiatives, with direct reporting lines from the Chief Transformation Officer, Pieter De Vuyst, who focuses on cross-company change and transformation programs; Chief People Officer, Els De Paepe, who leads culture change and talent management; and Chief Technology Officer, Annelies Verhaeghe, who drives AI and technology transformation. All three are members of the global leadership team. This leadership structure is designed to ensure seamless integration and cross-functional coordination of Human8’s strategic objectives.

Tim Wragg, Global CEO at Human8, stated, “Having worked closely with Peter for over a decade, I can confidently say that his extensive experience and proven track record in business transformation and growth make him the ideal candidate to drive our strategic initiatives forward. His deep understanding of our industry and innovative mindset will be invaluable as we continue to evolve.”