The next guest into the studio, John Bourne, General Sales Manager at Exertis, is someone Karlton has seen grow within the Channel, and whose drive and determination he admires.

John tells Karlton about his "unique childhood" - including how he never stayed in one place for more than a couple of years, with his parents taking him across Africa to countries including Ghana and Rwanda.

The pair also reminisce over their first meeting in a local Co-op - John working one of his first jobs, and Karlton entering with his rugby (definitely not football) mates.

Karlton hears about John's first steps in the I.T. Channel, including the people that helped him, and the impressions they've left on him through to the present day, before sharing some tips on how to succeed in the industry as a younger professional.

The latest episode of the podcast is a full-circle moment for Karlton, as he welcomes mentor and friend Scott Norman, Sales Director at Holdan Limited (part of the Midwich Group).

Scott shares stories of growing up working in the family fish and chip shop before making the move to the IT Channel, and what it means to him to lead a team.

The pair reminisce on Karlton's first steps in the industry, throwing back to the personal goal Karlton had going into his first job, and how Scott was - and still is - Karlton's role model, before Scott goes on to reflect on some of the tougher times in his personal and professional life.

In this episode of You, Me and I.T., Karlton is joined by Hannah Billington, Head of BPS Channel Sales at HP.

Hannah tells Karlton about her roots, and how she's gone from being a musical theatre student to a well-known and respected leader in the Channel.

The pair discuss how and where they first met, the perception and challenges of working while being a parent, and the legacy Hannah wants to leave behind.

In the opening episode of You, Me and I.T., Karlton sits down with John Gladstone, Sustainability Lead at Softcat.

The pair discuss John's upbringing in a Warwickshire village, and his route into the IT sector - including a stint working on the World Rally circuit!

Karlton gets John to reflect on his challenges and achievements, as how he thinks he's perceived by colleagues, and, ultimately, himself.

In this brand-new podcast, Karlton Gray, IT Channel Director UK&I at Schneider Electric, goes in-depth with UK IT Channel leaders; learning about their career path, upbringing, and what legacy they'd like to leave behind.

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