After ten years of working side by side as business partners, PEMCO is entering an exciting new chapter.
We are pleased to share that Keith West has stepped into the role of Chair, and Shelly Thornton-Hodgson has been appointed Chief Executive Officer. This leadership evolution reflects both the growth of the business and a shared commitment to continuity, strong values, and a people-first approach that has defined PEMCO since its founding.
Leadership built on trust, partnership, and shared values
Shelly has been central to PEMCO’s growth over the past decade. Her leadership style reflects the care, integrity, and people-first ethos that our clients and team know and trust. As CEO, Shelly leads the business forward with clarity, purpose, and a deep sense of responsibility for both our people and our clients.
Shelly shares:
“After ten years of working side by side as business partners, today marks a new chapter for our business. I’m incredibly grateful to Keith for the opportunity he gave me a decade ago and for the trust, support, and partnership we’ve shared ever since, and I’m so pleased that he’ll continue to support the business in his role as Chair.
As I step into the CEO role, I do so with pride and a deep sense of responsibility. I care deeply about this business and the people in it, and I’m proud to be entering this next chapter with such an amazing team. I’m excited for what we’ll continue to build together.”
Keith founded PEMCO 15 years ago and has played a defining role in shaping the business, its services, and its reputation. As Chair, he continues to provide strategic oversight, safety expertise, and technical assurance, supporting Shelly and the wider leadership team as PEMCO continues to grow.
Keith shares:
“After ten years of building this business together, I’m incredibly proud to step into the role of Chair and to see Shelly take on the position of CEO. Shelly has been a driving force behind PEMCO’s success for many years.
She brings deep expertise, strong values, and a genuine commitment to our people and our clients, and she is absolutely the right leader for this next chapter. As Chair, I remain fully committed to PEMCO’s long-term vision and success, supporting Shelly and the leadership team as we continue to grow the business with the same focus on quality, partnership, and impact that has always defined us.”
Continuity, clarity, and confidence for the future
While roles have evolved, our purpose remains unchanged: providing trusted, practical health, safety, and risk management support, with a people-first approach at the heart of everything we do.
This next chapter brings together complementary leadership strengths:
- Strategic oversight, technical assurance, and safety expertise through Keith’s role as Chair.
- Clear leadership, care, and direction for the business as a whole through Shelly’s role as CEO, supported by our experienced management team.
Our priorities for the year ahead
As PEMCO moves forward, our focus is clear:
- Continuing to deliver trusted, practical health, safety, and risk management support.
- Strengthening long-term partnerships with our clients.
- Investing in digital products and learning solutions.
- Supporting and developing PEMCO’s talented team as the business grows.
Our people are what make PEMCO special. Their care, passion, creativity, and commitment are why clients trust us as long-term partners and why our values continue to guide every part of the business.
For our clients and partners, this leadership transition means continuity, confidence, and the same high standards PEMCO is known for, underpinned by leadership with integrity and a genuine commitment to people.
We are excited about the future and what we will continue to achieve together.
