Should you be thinking about following your heart or your head when it comes to career decisions? That’s one of the key themes of this episode of the ISG Digital Dish podcast. Co-hosts Jeanne Cuff, Julie Fernandez and Lois Coatney also discuss tips they’ve picked up along the way that can be applied at both a professional and personal level. Their guest this week, Maria Pardee, Vice President and General Manager at DXC Technology delivers a wealth of advice for women about where their focus should be at the start of their careers, along with great insights on developments in the digital workplace. Listen in as they explore the importance of making and meeting commitments, building personal reputation and being the best version of yourself during your career.
Meet the host
Lois Coatney
Lois Coatney is Partner, Banking, Financial Services and Insurance (BFSI), leading the firm’s work across those industries, with additional responsibility for global sales operations. Prior to assuming this role, she was Partner and President, EMEA Sales and Consulting, relocating from the U.S. to the U.K. to drive growth and further expand the firm’s opportunities in the region.
Lois joined ISG in 2012 and built the Service Integration and Management (SIAM) service line. She subsequently led the ISG GovernX® business for four years and successfully launched and expanded the third-party risk management platform. She also led ISG Americas sales and sales management and co-architected the ISG Women in Digital program.
Throughout her career, Lois has advised clients on the operating models and organizational designs that will enable them to work most effectively. Prior to joining ISG, Lois managed large global service delivery and governance transformational change in multiple positions at Hewlett Packard. She earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration and finance from Minnesota State University.
