Click on each link to read about each Ideagen ambassador. Discover how they got to where they are today, the skills they use and the most exciting things about their jobs. Schools in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire can book our Ambassadors to hear this first hand.
Senior Digital Account Manager
How I got here
I started off my career in the events industry, within sales and event planning roles. Covid came along and hit the hospitality and events industries hard. This caused me to rethink my future career path and gave me the push to take on a new challenge in a brand-new industry I had never really considered until this time. Ideagen recognised my transferable skill set and gave me the opportunity to shine in an account management role. During my 18 months at Ideagen I have received a promotion to Senior Account Manager and working for Ideagen has opened my eyes to the potential opportunities I have to grow and progress.
The skills I use
The exciting stuff
My job allows me to work with customers from around the world on exciting projects to help businesses improve their quality standards. I get to experience working with customers across a variety of interesting industries such as aerospace, life sciences, healthcare and aviation to name a few.
Career tips for young people
Ask me about
My career. Being a young woman working in the Tech industry. There have been less women than men in tech in the past, and one of the reasons for this is young people not being aware of the options available – which is something we hope to change.
Sales Director
How I got here
I joined Ideagen after a few years’ experience working in sales in various industries. Prior to that I studied at Manchester University where I achieved my MSc degree. I joined the tech and sales industry essentially by chance after applying for multiple roles upon graduating with a degree in Geography & Geology and six months work experience in the job I was working towards – that I ended up hating!
The skills I use
The exciting stuff
The best part of my job is the variety and pace, no two days are the same and it is never boring! One day I could wake up and take my dog for a walk and then be working from home speaking with clients and colleagues anywhere in the world and the next flying over for a conference in the US. I also really enjoy working closely with my team and supporting them to achieve their personal goals and progress through the business.
Career tips for young people
Ask me about
My career. What is sales? The tech industry. CV’s / job applications. How to pick the right role for my skills.
Technology Solutions Apprentice
How I got here
When I left year 11 I went to sixth form and did two BTECs, one in art and one in IT. When I finished I knew that I didn’t want to go to university as I didn’t want to start my career with a large amount of debt At this time my Dad worked in apprenticeships and he opened up my mind up to the idea of doing an apprenticeship myself. I saw the apprenticeship opportunity at Ideagen and was fortunate that they offered me a position on the Digital & Technology Solutions course. It’s a degree apprenticeship so I get to complete a degree at Nottingham Trent University that is paid for by Ideagen but I also work, so I earn money and learn too.
The skills I use
The exciting stuff
Solving problems is definitely the best part of my job. Everyday there are new problems to solve which positively impact the software Ideagen release or positively impacts the experience of other developers working on the software.
Another exciting aspect of my job is being able to help other people, either by helping to solve existing problems or by giving advice on how to approach something new. It’s very rewarding and builds my social skills and team working skills.
Career tips for young people
Ask me about
My career, apprenticeships, software development, interpersonal skills & presentation skills.
Project Management Apprentice
How I got here
I’ve never had a straight path in my career—I’ve explored a lot of different jobs and lived all over the place. I spent two years as a personal trainer, helping people hit their fitness goals, but after an injury, I had to rethink what I wanted to do.
I’ve worked in sales, finance, fitness, and hospitality, learning different skills along the way. I enjoy solving problems, planning and helping people work better together. So, when I found the Project Management Apprenticeship at Ideagen, it felt like the perfect fit. Now, I get to work on exciting projects that improve the way the company runs and help people bring their ideas to life.
The skills I use
Organisation & Planning – Keeping track of tasks and making sure everything runs smoothly.
Problem-Solving – When something doesn’t go to plan, I find ways to fix it.
Communication – Talking to different teams and making sure everyone is on the same page.
Adaptability – I’ve switched careers a few times, so I’ve learned how to jump into new challenges and learn fast.
Collaboration – Just like in personal training, working with people is key—success comes from teamwork!
The exciting stuff
I love that every day is different. One day I might be helping organise Spark Tank, where employees pitch big ideas to improve the company, and the next, I’m working on projects that make work easier for teams across the business. It’s fast-paced, always changing, and full of new things to learn.
Career tips for young people
It’s okay if you don’t know what you want to do yet—exploring different jobs helps you figure it out.
Skills are transferable—even if you change careers, the things you learn stay useful.
Be open to new opportunities—you never know what might lead to a career you love.
Ask questions and get involved—the more you learn, the more options you’ll have.
Ask me about
My career. Apprenticeships, changing careers, personal training, project management, problem-solving, teamwork and communication.
Legal Apprentice
How I got here
Before joining Ideagen, I left secondary school passing all of my GCSE’s before beginning my first apprenticeship. I spent 18 months studying this course before achieving a distinction last year. I completed a year of qualified experience before deciding I wanted a change and a challenge. I really enjoyed the apprenticeship route first time round and discovered practical experience alongside coursework was extremely beneficial for me and my learning style. When I came across the opportunity of Legal Apprentice, I knew I had to apply as this is something that really interested me and I was keen to learn and develop on my skills and knowledge.
My role
My role as a Legal Apprentice is very diverse. It allows me to explore a wide range of areas and allows me to develop skills through practical work, such as being involved in projects that affect the wider business and gaining knowledge from working closely with the Legal team. There is no limit to the areas I can explore and it’s amazing having the opportunity to expand my knowledge with no expectation of previous experience.
The skills I use
Within my role, it is important to use skills such as communication. It is a must to ensure effective communication to allow everyone to have an understanding and be on the same page. It is also an amazing way to learn, by listening to the conversations being had around you allows you to pick up information! Being a Legal Apprentice, it is also important to have a good attention to detail!
Tips for others
More about me
Outside of work, I enjoy reading, going to the gym and spending time with friends and family. Growing up I had many different hobbies including dance, gymnastics, horse riding and being a part of a netball team.
Front End Developer
How I got here
After surviving my A level exams, I was unsure about what I wanted to do next. I decided at the last minute that university wasn’t for me and instead jumped into an apprenticeship as an event organiser. When the pandemic and lockdown hit it gave me time to reflect on my career and after enjoying my first apprenticeship so much, I decided to seek another apprenticeship in a new sector. Even though I had little to no qualifications in the technology industry Ideagen offered me a place on their Digital Technology Solutions Professional Degree apprenticeship as I showed a passion to learn.
I have now completed my degree apprenticeship and have been lucky enough to get a full time position as a Front-End Developer at Ideagen.
The skills I use
The exciting stuff
I love that every day in my job is different! I am getting to experience so many parts of the technology industry and work with innovative technologies. In my role I work with our User Experience (UX) & Design Teams to bring to life their designs in code. I code user interface (UI) components that are used across Ideagen’s product portfolio so that all our software has the same look and feel for our users.
Career tips for young people
Ask me about
My career. Apprenticeships, changing careers, choices for after college, university, coding and software development, emerging technologies, UX & UI, design, presentation skills.
Global Community and Social Impact Lead
How I got here
I had to work hard to get my career going because I was excluded from secondary school and left with nothing. As a teenager I worked in a chip shop, a shoe shop, and a restaurant. I wasn’t on the right track for a few years, but I’ve created a career I love now.
I have a Sociology degree and a degree level qualification in careers and I’m professionally registered (on a public list of careers professionals). I joined the tech industry in 2021 after working in education for many years.
Ideagen were sponsoring Nottingham Forest to build Think Big, and I had a good reputation for managing projects that link schools and employers, and so I joined the tech industry.
The skills I use
The exciting stuff
I love my job because I get to mix with different people from all over the world from tech, football, education, and many public and community organisations. I’m never bored.
My job is exciting because I work with amazing positive people, and we have an impact on people and the community in the USA, India, Malaysia, the UK and Australia.
Career tips for young people
Ask me about
My career. Overcoming disadvantage, how tech is transforming all careers, how to get your career on track if you get excluded from school, skills for employment, sociology.
Test Engineer
How I got here
I am a Test Engineer and I had to overcome a lot of challenges to achieve this. I didn’t do well at school so I went to college to do a BTEC in combined studies to catch up. I started a computer studies course but I dropped out. I did short jobs in security and in shops which were not helping me to achieve anything exciting for my career. One night I had a car crash that meant I was out of work for five years. Whilst getting better I explored lots of free online tech resources from Youtube and Google, to learn about technology. I was able to gain an entry level tester job from learning like this.
The skills I use
The exciting stuff
Unlike people that make stuff, I get to break stuff (websites and apps), which is fun. I do this to find and stop any faults before final versions of software are released. I get to break in and hack an app before a potential real hacker could, so I make sure they are locked out to keep your information safe.
Career tips for young people
Ask me about
My career. Being a test engineer, how a website works, how the internet works, jobs in tech.
Level 3 Support Engineer
How I got here
I like to think myself as a creative person which is why I chose Contemporary Arts Practice at university. I had an idea of what I thought I wanted to do but I found it challenging to settle due to moving around a lot. Lockdown gave me lots of time to think about what I wanted to do whilst finishing my masters in Textiles. Although this isn’t directly related to ‘tech’, my willingness to learn and solve problems is why Ideagen hired me as a support engineer. I have been promoted from Level 1 to Level 3 because of these skills.
The skills I use
The exciting stuff
The people I work with. Everyone is very friendly and happy to help when it is needed. I really struggle with confidence, and I have been encouraged and supported to go for promotions which has been great in boosting my self-belief.
Career tips for young people
Ask me about
My career. Higher education, career change, problem solving, people skills, communication, leadership, decision making, overcoming mistakes.
Data Architect
How I got here
I joined the tech industry by accident. I wasn’t enjoying my time in sixth form, so my mum applied for a Computer Studies college course on my behalf. From there I managed to get to college and, when I qualified, I joined a relatively new company at the time called Oracle. There I worked in a lot of different tech jobs including Consultancy, Sales Support, Technical Support, and Development. I then joined a tiny company that was bought by Ideagen. Along the way, I’ve changed job role many times, usually by accident, and loved (almost) every minute of it.
The skills I use
The exciting stuff
I get to do different things on a regular basis, not always knowing where I’m going next. Sometimes it doesn’t work but that’s fine – you learn as much from something that fails as you do from things that succeed. I work with some cool people too.
Career tips for young people
Ask me about
My career, having Asperger’s Syndrome, avoiding social media, embracing random change, baking.
Learning and Development Specialist
How I got here
I joined the tech industry as a people leader after 5 years in the telecoms industry. I didn’t know what I wanted to do when I left school. I had lots of jobs like working in a pub, a factory, working as cabin crew on a plane and working abroad. I got a qualification in people management which I did as an apprenticeship whilst working. After 8 years as a leader I wanted a change so now I am responsible for other peoples learning and development from Apprenticeships and Graduates through to Ideagen employees.
The skills I use
The exciting stuff
I love my job because I get to talk to people all day from all over the world and from lots of different teams. I learn something new every day because the tech industry is fast paced and there is always something new happening. I get to help people develop and become the best version of themselves which I find very rewarding. I also love a challenge, and there is always something new for me to learn and deliver.
Career tips for young people
Ask me about
My career journey, why tech is the industry to be in, leading people, communication, building relationships, learning and development, apprenticeships.
Senior Product Manager
How I got here
I got here by being myself and being surrounded by amazing people. When I graduated from university I started my working life as a Graduate Quality Engineer in a small company in Nottingham that made aerospace parts. I gained experience in many roles including managing the quality inspection department, leading projects for Rolls-Royce plc, travelling to America, and gaining new professional qualifications.
I built up a good relationship with someone who wanted to set up their own software company and they asked if I would help them, which I did. I became a Director of this business and it was sold to Ideagen in 2016. That’s how I’m here now, helping Ideagen as a Senior Product Manager to develop the products and help the business to grow.
The skills I use
The exciting stuff
I love my job because I get to mix with different people from all over the world from the tech industry and I get to build on my previous experience. My job is exciting because I work with amazing positive people and fantastic customers.
Career tips for young people
Ask me about
Sport – how I use the skills and mindset I have learnt from swimming and triathlon to be successful at work. My job role and how working in the tech industry is for cool people.
Marketing Automations Apprentice
How I got here
I started thinking about my career journey in Year 10 when we were bombarded with many external career advisors that were trying to convince us to try and go the usual sixth form/college route. I wasn’t so interested in further education at that time because furthering my educational development wasn't top of my list at the time.
That's when I was introduced to apprenticeships and selected to attend a masterclass at the Ideagen Office, ran by Think Big Coordinator, Claire Knee. I was surprised at the new option I now had to go straight into employment and earn while I learn. This changed my opinion and view on a future career and I found myself applying through Think Big and now wanting to dive into developing my on the job skills.
About My Role
As a Marketing Automations Apprentice, I'm on the behind the scenes of the content regularly put out by the rest of the our Marketing Team. I'm there to check content is going out in a professional way that matches our company values and branding and also there to correct any mistakes.
My role can be quite busy but that's the thrill of it! There are always people in Ideagen, ready to help me if it is needed
Skills
These skills are used within my role to complete my tasks with efficiency and there's always room to grow these skills within my role as I'll admit, I wasn’t as confidently skilled as I am now when I started
Tips
Ask me about
My think big journey, Apprenticeships, My job role -- I'm always ready to chat
Community Engagement and Administration Apprentice
How I got here
After going through the challenges of A levels, I knew when I eventually passed them that I didn’t want to go down the university route. I had been to Ideagen twice for work experience and had visited on Think Big masterclasses when I was still at school and I enjoyed them so much that I decided to apply for an apprenticeship. I knew that this was the place I wanted to work. I decided that Ideagen was my future goal because of the impact I was able to make in such a short time on my work experience.
Once I applied, I was invited to the interview process. Unfortunately I was unsuccessful with this, and this led me to get a job as an administrations assistant for a year somewhere else. I didn’t really enjoy this as I felt I was capable of more, and I was really disappointed to not achieve my goal of working at Ideagen too. I then decided got back in touch with Ideagen and learnt that there were more apprenticeships vacancies, and so I applied for a second time. Fortunately, because I hadn’t given up on my goal and I had made efforts to try again with my application I was able to secure an apprenticeship. This achievement felt really good!
I am doing a level 4 apprenticeship in corporate social responsibility with a view to a full time position in the future. In my role I work with charities finding new opportunities for our employees to get involved with, I support colleagues with community activity that takes place across the world. I also now coordinate Think Big Ambassadors.
The skills I use
The exciting stuff
I get to mix with different people from all over the world from tech, football, education, and many public and community organisations.
Career tips for young people
Head of Commercial Insight
How I got here
Coming out of A-Levels and going to University, I had absolutely no idea what I wanted to do as a degree. I chose Physics to hopefully keep as many doors open as possible but after discovering how difficult this was I knew I didn’t really want to do anything specific to this area after graduating. However, my degree did give me a solid grounding in logical thinking and problem solving. This allowed me to start a role within the NHS as a Performance Analyst, before working in various roles across Pharmaceuticals and Utilities, working in Commercial focussed teams, which look at pricing and business opportunities. Around a year ago
I was hired by Ideagen as a Commercial Manager, a role which blends all of the skills I have built up over the last decade, and challenges me every day!
The skills I use
The exciting stuff
Being faced with a problem and approaching this challenge from different angles until you find the right solution. It can be difficult at times, but when you find the thing that ultimately works, it’s a great feeling.
Career tips for young people
Ask me about
My career. University, nearly failing at university, working in different industries, what an analyst actually does, building beautiful dashboards, getting over a crippling fear of presenting.
Talent Acquisition Apprentice
How I got here
After going through the challenges of A levels, I knew when I eventually passed them that I didn’t want to go down the university route. I had been to Ideagen twice for work experience and had visited on Think Big masterclasses when I was still at school and I enjoyed them so much that I decided to apply for an apprenticeship. I knew that this was the place I wanted to work. I decided that Ideagen was my future goal because of the impact I was able to make in such a short time on my work experience.
Once I applied, I was invited to the interview process. Unfortunately I was unsuccessful with this, and this led me to get a job as an administrations assistant for a year somewhere else. I didn’t really enjoy this as I felt I was capable of more, and I was really disappointed to not achieve my goal of working at Ideagen too. I then decided got back in touch with Ideagen and learnt that there were more apprenticeships vacancies, and so I applied for a second time. Fortunately, because I hadn’t given up on my goal and I had made efforts to try again with my application I was able to secure an apprenticeship. This achievement felt really good!
I am doing a level 4 apprenticeship in corporate social responsibility with a view to a full time position in the future. In my role I work with charities finding new opportunities for our employees to get involved with, I support colleagues with community activity that takes place across the world. I also now coordinate Think Big Ambassadors.
The skills I use
The exciting stuff
I get to mix with different people from all over the world from tech, football, education, and many public and community organisations.
Career tips for young people
Digital Sales Manager
How I got here
I went to university in Sheffield to study Food & Nutrition, but after working in the food industry for a few years I realised that I just wanted to enjoy food, but not work in it. I took some time out with stress after working over 70 hours a week for a while and then joined Ideagen as a graduate in 2016. Originally, I thought the role would be temporary because I didn’t really understand what it meant to work in tech, but here I am over 6 years later!
The skills I use
The exciting stuff
I talk a lot, and now I get paid to do this! I speak to customers from well known brands like Arla on a daily basis. I have been at Ideagen for 6 years now, I have always had a great team around me and love team lunches on a Friday.
Career tips for young people
Ask me about
My career, women in tech, finding joy in what you do, alternative paths into the tech industry, food, family difficulties and parental divorce.
Multichannel Marketing Apprentice
How I got here
After college, I put pressure on myself to know what career I wanted to go in to. I knew that University wasn’t for me but didn’t know where to go from there. Eventually I saw the opportunity to apply for this marketing apprenticeship and decided to go for it. I didn’t know if I would get the role due to having no experience in marketing, however Ideagen offered me a place and I have enjoyed it ever since.
The skills I use
The exciting stuff
What I enjoy most about my job is learning and getting experience about something I genuinely find interesting. It's also rewarding to see how well something I have created is performing.
In my apprenticeship, I create marketing emails, blogs, guides and more! To see how well my work is doing, I can check the data. For example, I can see how many times my emails are opened and how many people download things from them. Watching the results of my work is really encouraging and identifies anything that is working well or anything that may need improving going forward.
Career tips for young people
Ask me about
My apprenticeship, overcoming the pressure of knowing what you want to do after school, marketing.
Marketing Automations Apprentice
How I got here
After leaving school and succeeding in all my exams, I chose to go down the path of studying my A levels at college. During this time I had a strong passion for sports and wanted to study sports nutrition further and hopefully gain a degree in this field.
However, after having a rough experience throughout college, struggling to enjoy the subjects I had chosen, I decided I would continue to finish my studies but did not want to continue this afterwards at university.
Furthermore, after deciding to take a year off to decide what my next steps would be, I found myself looking into apprenticeships at Ideagen. I felt this was what I had been looking for but had never been given the option of this. I immediately applied and was excited of what my future could become.
About my role
My role as a Marketing Apprentice at Ideagen is very hands on. Each day is completely different, as I'm constantly learning new things and adapting to different situations that I face. My role consists of sending and checking emails, creating campaigns to bring attention to our business, having meetings with colleagues, and learning whilst I am doing things - there is always lots of work to be done!
The exciting stuff
Ideagen is full of friendly, outgoing and warm people who all support one another, which is something I love about my role.
My skills
Many skills come in handy within my role and may be easier said than done, it's important to know there is always support to help you gain these skills to develop you into the person you want to become.
Tips I have for future apprentices
If you are a similar person to me, who has found learning on the job in a realistic professional setting, rather than studying and sitting exams suits you more, an apprenticeship is an amazing way to fulfil this opportunity. My key tips to help with this are:
Ask me about?
My career. Apprenticeships, a different path for you to choice, networking and building connections, software development, organisation skills, learning to communicate with new people.
Lead Product and Services Manager
How I got here
My route into technology was certainly not a straight path. After having to re-sit exams at 16, I studied Music at University and then started work as Admin Support in a Facilities Management department. This led me into health and safety and risk management where I eventually ended up running websites, databases and all other technology for that department. My current role places me as the interface between clients (technology users) and developers – interpreting the requirements of clients and passing them to developers. I then “translate” the technology and pass back to the client for them to use.
The skills I use
The exciting stuff
I get to meet lots of people from all sorts of backgrounds, all levels of management, experience and job roles. I get to understand their businesses and work out how our software can improve things for them, and, as importantly, how they can help improve our software. I get my job satisfaction from knowing that I have helped organisations solve complex issues with technology and knowing the software I helped create is being used successfully.
Career tips for young people
Ask me about
My career. Changing careers, presentation and negotiation skills, skills used in managing projects, my experience of the tech industry, different careers in tech.
Head of Internal Audit & Risk
How I got here
I recently joined a software business after working in an accountancy business and then at a major retailer within finance. I didn’t imagine I would ever work in the technology industry and it surprised me how many varied opportunities there are.
I was the first one in my family to go to university and I often worried about money. I worked in a supermarket to help while I studied. I applied for a lot of jobs in accountancy as numbers were something I liked to do.
The skills I use
The exciting stuff
The best part of my job is working in different areas of the business, with lots of different people, to find solutions to improve the way we do things. Seeing the difference some changes can make and knowing that I have been involved in making them gives me a real sense of achievement.
Career tips for young people
Ask me about
My career. Finance, risk and audit. Working in tech with a non-technical background. Skills useful for employment.
Head of Insights and Special Projects
How I got here
I joined the tech industry after working in financial marketing for a lot of years. I have a general business degree but was always drawn towards marketing type roles, especially those involved looking at data to assess performance. Before Ideagen, I’d always worked in B2C (Business to Consumer) marketing roles and hadn’t really considered the tech industry as my next career move, mainly because I hadn’t considered how transferable my skill set would be. A friend told me about Ideagen and suggested that I speak to someone they knew who already worked here. I’m so glad they did, it made me see and appreciate new possibilities.
The skills I use
The exciting stuff
I love my job because it is so varied and I get to work with such a wide range of people and teams across the business. No two days are the same and it I get to be constantly curious and inspired by the great people around me.
Career tips for young people
Ask me about
My career. Working in tech. Skills for employment. Research, insight and supplier management.
Strategic Account Manager
How I got here
I joined the tech industry after working in other jobs for about 12 years. I feel that I got here by fluke as I didn’t know the direction I wanted to go in. I didn’t have a plan to get into tech and I didn’t have the best GCSE results either. I originally started working in a customer service role and then I made my way up to a Strategic Account Manager role after a few promotions.
The skills I use
The exciting stuff
I love my job because I get to mix with different people from all over the world and I get to learn about many different cultures from around the globe. I find it really exciting that I can help people and their businesses to grow through the use of technology.
Career tips for young people
Ask me about
My career. How to get your career on the right track with effort and willingness with the mindset of “I can do this if I put my mind to it”. How to achieve things that you really want.
Design Studio Team Lead
How I got here
I have a degree in Graphic Design. I wanted to follow my passion for Art & Design and turn it into a career. I am not necessarily a good illustrator or good with human drawings, but technology has helped me overcome some of my insecurities and build a successful career.
The skills I use
The exciting stuff
I get to be creative and paint and draw things digitally. I can learn from other designers and upgrade my design skills through courses. For me, it’s more to do with problem solving and offering a meaningful solution that makes a difference. Through my design skills, I help promote the company I work for.
Career tips for young people
Ask me about
My career. Graphic design, online or university courses to pursue, design applications used for creating graphics. How to develop good design skills.
Sales Development Manager
How I got here
After finishing a business studies course at university I didn’t know what I wanted to do with my future. I was working for Sainsburys and one day a customer asked me if I had ever considered a career in recruitment. I was interested in finding out more. The next week they set up an interview for me at their friends’ recruitment company. I worked in recruitment for two years and learnt some great skills. However, after the pandemic I reflected on my career and decided it was time to move on. My friend worked at Ideagen and in June 2021 he suggested I look at a job opportunity. One year, 2 promotions and countless coffee’s later and I haven’t looked back!
The skills I use
The exciting stuff
Every day is different at Ideagen! I’m always having new experiences and learning new things. Due to the variety of different organisations we work with there are always new opportunities to speak to some of the most interesting organisations in the world. I remember in my first couple of months I had the opportunity to speak to the United Nations and Amazon.
Career tips for young people
Ask me about
My career. A career in tech, software and development, presentation skills, public speaking, management skills.
Product Manager/Senior Technical Accountant
How I got here
After surviving my A level exams, I was unsure about what I wanted to do next. I decided that university wasn’t for me. I didn’t know what job I wanted, but I had a maths ‘A’ level so I went for jobs in accounting departments (the part of a business that manages its finances). I eventually got a job at a University in their management accounting department and the rest, as they say is history, I worked in management accounts for 6 years, then I moved to auditing (where you inspect the financial records of a business), I qualified as a chartered accountant, lectured in accountancy for 6 years, and moved to work in the technical department of some audit businesses. I left as an expert in audit and accounting and progressed to Product Manager at Ideagen.
The skills I use
The exciting stuff
I love still being an accountant and keeping up to date with all the changes in legislation. I also enjoy the learning experience of being a product manager as this is outside of my role as an accountant.
Career tips for young people
Ask me about
My career. Changing careers, choices for after college, university, accountancy positions, the role of product manager, presentation skills.
Sales Manager
How I got here
I joined the tech industry by pure chance, having been made redundant from my previous role. I was experiencing a huge change in my personal life, and I needed a new challenge, something to push me to my limits and out of my comfort zone!
In my first role in tech I was one of the first female leaders in a business and it was my job to manage a team who were all men. I learnt so much, I really proved myself and I achieved some great results too. This role gave me a taste for tech and I knew that tech was where I belonged. I then applied for the role at Ideagen.
The skills I use
The exciting stuff
My job challenges me every single day. When one month’s target is achieved, it is straight onto the next month to aim for even better results. When one person in my team delivers, the rest drive themselves to deliver even more! The team I work with are amazing, they are ambitious, confident, and strive to improve month on month. They make this job for me; it is an absolute pleasure to work in this team!
Career tips for young people
Ask me about
A career in sales. Overcoming fears of insecurity, lack of confidence and believing in yourself.
