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Women in Tech: Breaking Barriers, Building Careers
Sally-Ann brings three decades of tech industry wisdom to this enlightening conversation about her journey from 1980s London to her current role as Mercury IT's Chief Sales Officer. Drawing from eight years with the company and her extensive career, she offers a candid look at how the industry has transformed, especially for women in technology leadership.
The conversation explores how Mercury IT functions as a Managed Security Service Provider (MSSP), positioning itself as more than just technical support—they become trusted advisors embedded within client organisations. Sally-Ann articulates how this approach creates business value through strategic technology implementation that solves real-world challenges. Her passion for helping clients shines through as she describes Mercury IT's ability to scale alongside growing businesses, from supporting startups to enterprises with hundreds of employees.
Cybersecurity emerges as a central theme throughout the discussion. Sally-Ann doesn't mince words when emphasising that cyber threats are inevitable in today's landscape: "It's not a question of if, it's when." She highlights how Mercury IT's dedicated cyber division provides specialised expertise that most organisations couldn't assemble internally, creating a compelling case for the integrated MSSP model.
What makes this episode particularly valuable is Sally-Ann's leadership insights. She shares her management philosophy of leading by example and nurturing talent, having helped team members transition from administrative roles to successful sales careers. Her advice for aspiring tech professionals is refreshingly practical: trust your instincts, find a mentor, and commit to continuous learning. As artificial intelligence transforms the industry, she emphasises the importance of staying adaptable and forward-thinking.
Connect with Sally-Ann on LinkedIn to learn more about Mercury IT's services or to discuss your organisation's technology challenges. Her willingness to mentor others and share her extensive experience makes her an excellent resource for anyone navigating the rapidly evolving world of business technology.
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By Mercury ITSally-Ann brings three decades of tech industry wisdom to this enlightening conversation about her journey from 1980s London to her current role as Mercury IT's Chief Sales Officer. Drawing from eight years with the company and her extensive career, she offers a candid look at how the industry has transformed, especially for women in technology leadership.
The conversation explores how Mercury IT functions as a Managed Security Service Provider (MSSP), positioning itself as more than just technical support—they become trusted advisors embedded within client organisations. Sally-Ann articulates how this approach creates business value through strategic technology implementation that solves real-world challenges. Her passion for helping clients shines through as she describes Mercury IT's ability to scale alongside growing businesses, from supporting startups to enterprises with hundreds of employees.
Cybersecurity emerges as a central theme throughout the discussion. Sally-Ann doesn't mince words when emphasising that cyber threats are inevitable in today's landscape: "It's not a question of if, it's when." She highlights how Mercury IT's dedicated cyber division provides specialised expertise that most organisations couldn't assemble internally, creating a compelling case for the integrated MSSP model.
What makes this episode particularly valuable is Sally-Ann's leadership insights. She shares her management philosophy of leading by example and nurturing talent, having helped team members transition from administrative roles to successful sales careers. Her advice for aspiring tech professionals is refreshingly practical: trust your instincts, find a mentor, and commit to continuous learning. As artificial intelligence transforms the industry, she emphasises the importance of staying adaptable and forward-thinking.
Connect with Sally-Ann on LinkedIn to learn more about Mercury IT's services or to discuss your organisation's technology challenges. Her willingness to mentor others and share her extensive experience makes her an excellent resource for anyone navigating the rapidly evolving world of business technology.