Fiona Hudson-Kelly, founder of Smart Assessor, has taken ownership of BPIF Training
The BPIF has announced that the sale of BPIF Training to Fiona Hudson-Kelly, a highly experienced figure in apprenticeships and business growth, has been completed.
The decision was taken after careful consideration by the BPIF Board of Directors and Management, and reflects BPIF Training’s strength as a high-performing, regulated training provider.
Charles Jarrold, Chief Executive for the BPIF, said: “BPIF Training has built an excellent reputation as a provider of high-quality apprenticeships and training, and under Fiona’s leadership it will have the independence and investment capacity to go further.
“For BPIF, this strategic decision allows us to sharpen our focus and investment to strengthen the services we deliver to our members.”
Ms Hudson-Kelly is widely recognised across the apprenticeship sector as the founder of Smart Assessor, one of the leading software platforms supporting Apprenticeship Training Providers.
The sale of BPIF Training will allow the BPIF to concentrate its resources on its core membership and business services activities.
The BPIF have announced the that change of ownership will not affect learners, employers or apprenticeship programmes, and measure are in place to support key functions including finance, HR and IT.
BPIF Training will continue to operate from the Meriden office shared with the BPIF.
Fiona Hudson-Kelly, Owner and Executive Chair for the BPIF Training, said: “I am delighted to be joining BPIF Training at such an exciting stage in its journey.
“One of the greatest strengths of BPIF Training is its exceptional leadership team and dedicated people. I look forward to meeting employers and learners across the industry and supporting the continued growth of BPIF Training.”
