Careers Angel Profile: Lee Purkiss
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| Name | Lee Purkiss |
|---|---|
| Email Address | lee.purkiss@gmail.com |
| Industries/Sectors | IT & Computers; Marketing & Market Research; Publishing |
| Employer | British Standards Institution |
| Position | Specialist Online Products Trainer |
| Experience | 15-20 years (approx.) |
| Degree | Interdisciplinary Human Studies (graduated in 1997) |
| Other Qualifications | Certificate in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector, Chelmsford College, 2010: the professional Government standard for teachers, tutors and trainers in industry and further education. |
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| Information | After leaving university I sampled various roles in Customer Service, Sales and IT during an 8 year period, all of which helped me to understand my key strengths and motivations and identify a fulfilling eventual career path. My current role as a Product Trainer enables me to increase awareness of our brand whilst helping customers to obtain maximum value and acquiring feedback which helps us to shape future product developments. |
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