Fibrus People Spotlight: Kathryn Montgomery, July 2025 Q&A

• Name:

Kathryn Montgomery

• Job title:

Finance Business Partner

• Where are you from?

I was born in London and moved over to Bangor at a young age.

• When are you at your happiest?

I love spending time with my friends, family, and crazy dog Milo! I also enjoy travelling and visiting new places, especially catching up with friends who live abroad. I like skiing, swimming and beach walks (or runs) when the weather permits.

• What recently made you smile/laugh?

I was recently asked (politely) to not return with my crazy cockapoo, Milo, to a dog training class because of his less than desirable behaviour and disruptive influence on other dogs in the class!

• How do you like to wind down from your day?

I find going to the gym or a run if the weather is nice is the best way to unwind after a busy day, followed by a good movie, documentary or dinner out with friends.

• What does your typical day at Fibrus look like?

Not one day in finance is the same. Some days will involve tracking and analysing trends in our sales and marketing KPIs, others will centre around budget meetings and strategy for revenue and costs going forward.

• What’s your go-to productivity trick?

Prioritising the tasks I need to get done at the start of each day really helps me stay focussed on what’s important. Also, I aim to get out of the house or office for a quick walk at lunchtime to clear my head. Coffee also helps!

• What led you to this career?

I have a degree in accountancy and from past roles, I’ve found I have an interest in analytics, which led me to my current role. I look at trends and use my skills to find cost efficiencies that help drive sales.

• What motivates you at work?

Having a great team around me makes my job so much more enjoyable. My work is challenging but rewarding, especially when you can see the impact so clearly. There’s always something to learn, so it’s never boring.

• When did you join Fibrus?

I joined Fibrus in January 2023.

• What’s the best advice you were ever given? Who was it from?

My old swimming coach told me that ‘life is 10% what happens to you and 90% how you react to it’. It taught me not to sweat the small stuff, and that there’s a lesson to be learned from every hardship.

• What book, movie, or music changed your outlook on life?

About time. A great movie that reminded me the importance of finding joy in everyday small moments.

Also, Mel Robbin’s book “The Let them theory”.

• What’s the top destination on your must-visit list?

Tokyo