“ My responsibilities include building strong relationships with industry stakeholders , as well as developing practical support and tools that address critical needs in the sector ,” Capper says . “ I also take a key role in developing NatWest ’ s sustainability strategy which helps businesses to transition to net zero and to take advantage of the many opportunities that decarbonisation of the economy will deliver .”

Having worked with SMEs and corporates in the asset finance and banking industry for 15 years , manufacturing has been a core focus of Capper ’ s career to date .

“ In my time in the industry I have managed portfolios of customers who work within the sector and throughout the connected supply chain , driving growth and investment . I was drawn to manufacturing in part through knowing the vital role that the sector plays in supporting the future of the UK economy . This continues to evolve and , right now , manufacturers are key to developing technologies , products , and services that will help the rest of the economy decarbonise .”

While manufacturers have had to navigate seismic changes during the last few years , Capper is continually impressed by their capacity to reimagine and demonstrate resilience : “ There are vast opportunities that lie ahead for manufacturing and I ’ m excited to help support such an innovative , multifaceted sector .”

As NatWest ’ s Head of Manufacturing , no two days are the same , but Capper sees that as a positive . manufacturingdigital . com 97