Since being founded in 2009, Roq has delivered strategic Quality Engineering consultancy and tailored services and solutions to some of the world’s largest organisations on their most important technology initiatives. Shirley Cooper’s appointment will see her become an active contributor to the Roq board and leadership team, applying her wealth of expertise to guide and mentor, whilst supporting key initiatives to develop and grow the business.

As an accomplished business leader with extensive experience in delivering first-class financial, commercial and operational leadership across private and public sectors, Shirley’s role at Roq will support its drive for sustainable growth whilst maintaining its passion for its people.

Shirley Cooper OBE brings a wealth of board and trustee experience to her new role. In addition to working as Independent Director of the Cabinet Office, Trustee and Treasurer UNWomen UK, Chair of Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply Fellows, Co-Founder and Chair of Blueprint Club, and Director of SalesFilter, she has a deep understanding of complex and critical business problems, operations, technology, and client engagement, which go hand-in-hand with Roq’s ways of working.

On the announcement of her appointment, Shirley Cooper OBE said, “Quality is, and always has been at the core of my business approach, aligning perfectly with what Roq is all about. Working with such a people-centric organisation with values similar to mine made the decision to work with the Roq team easy and now I’m looking forward to contributing to the business's success.”

Shirley's experience makes her an exceptional connector who has built a loyal, wide-ranging and extensive network across many industries. On her appointment, Roq CEO Stephen Johnson said, “Shirley's appointment is a huge step for Roq in meeting its ambitious growth plans. As a board, we will leverage Shirley's impeccable record in business and strategic development of organisations. From a wider business perspective, her technology industry knowledge will ensure we continue to drive fantastic solutions for our clients.”

Stephen added, “Her people-centric approach and alignment to Roq's values, combined with her energetic style and versatility, make her the perfect complement to the Roq team. Her passion for quality marries perfectly with Roq's, so we see this as a long-term and hugely successful appointment. We very much look forward to this collaboration.”