Fabienne Viala is an accomplished board director and former CEO with over 35 years’ experience leading construction, energy, and services across the UK and France. As Chair and CEO of Bouygues UK and UK Country Manager for Bouygues Construction, she delivered major hospitals, universities, and regeneration projects, while driving transformation, sustainability, and inclusion.

Beyond her executive career, Fabienne has served on the boards of Build UK, Durham University Business School, and the French Chamber of Great Britain, where she was President through a period of profound change.

At heart, Fabienne believes that business is about people and trust. A family person and animal lover, she is passionate about building inclusive environments where individuals can thrive. She founded the first women’s network in the construction sector in France and continues to champion diversity and young talent. Her contributions have been recognised with the title Officier de la Légion d’Honneur, France’s highest honour.