Women in tech at PMI

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A photo of Joanna Ensing, Project Manager IT, PMI Technology, appears on screen

Her quote reads: Working in the tech field means you can make a difference, because technology underpins business success today. At PMI, we’re always looking for new ways to do things so you can put your creativity to work.

A photo of Naima Zerrouki, Manager Enterprise Governance Systems, Enterprise Analytics and Data, appears on screen

Her quote reads: I was fascinated by technology as a kid during the floppy disk era and played Prince of Persia. Today, I am responsible for PMI’s data governance tool. For me, it’s more than an IT job: It’s working with talented colleagues and friends from nearly 30 countries and a chance to contribute to one of the most important business transformations.

A photo of Magdalena Luzak, Manager IT Solution Delivery, PMI Technology, appears on screen.

Her quote reads: I joined PMI 22 years and for the past 13 years PMI has given me fantastic opportunities in IT – as an IT analyst, team lead, project manager, regional planner, IT solution delivery manager, and most recently, moving to Buenos Aires as site manager. This range of IT jobs has meant learning soft skills too, so I’ve not had time to code… yet.

A photo of Sharmeen Fatima, Team Leader IT systems, PMI Technology, appears on screen

Her quote reads: An engineer by training, I joined PMI thinking, ‘I don’t know how to code… is this a good idea?’ Turns out it was one of the best decisions I ever made. I was in the cockpit from day one, and it’s been a journey of constant learning ever since.

A photo of Anna Zientek, Manager IT Finance, Tax & Treasury Solutions, PMI Technology, appears on screen

Her quote reads: I joined PMI 13 years ago looking for a dynamic workplace that develops people. And that’s what I found. I love the global nature of my job. PMI also offers flexible work arrangements to support employees in balancing work-life commitments.

A photo of Natalia Gomez, Manager IT Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador and Peru, PMI Technology appears on screen.

Her quote reads: I joined PMI’s IT department as an engineer without a background in IT. Sixteen years on, PMI has given me many new challenge and exciting career opportunities in IT beyond my wildest dreams.

A photo of Renata Olewinska, Manager IT People & Culture, Employer Information Management and Insights, PMI Technology appears on screen.

Her quote reads: A job in IT has always been my dream, and PMI made it come true. It’s exciting because technology is driving business change, including at PMI where technology touches on every part of our transformation.

A photo of Maurizia Costato, Solution Manager IT Consumer Commerce, PMI Technology, appears on screen.

Her quote reads: PMI is transforming its business and the tobacco industry so I’m proud to be part of this unique moment in our history. We are changing how we engage with adult smokers-from personalization to digital touchpoints to training experiences and more

A photo of Sara Kowal, Infosec Analyst, Risk Awareness, PMI Technology, appears on screen.

Her quote reads: I joined PMI for a new challenge to put my skills to use. At PMI, I’ve grown and developed in the fascinating world of technology. The passion and drive of employees in contagious and makes your feel excited about changing the course of history to achieve a smoke-free future.

A photo of Laura Granata, IT Analyst Finance, PMI Technology appears on screen.

Her quote reads: Global projects and learning about business processes beyond the SAP domain are just some of the things I love about my job. PMI is a great place to work where you never stop learning.

A photo of Priscila Bossi, Director IT Italy, PMI Technology, appears on screen.

Her quote reads: I joined PMI in 2005 after my second daughter was born because I wanted to work in a dynamic environment where I could balance my career with being a new mum.

Fifteen years on, I’ve worked in nearly 20 countries and met amazing colleagues who have shaped who I am today.

A photo of Karthikayini Pragasam, IT Service Manager, PMI Technology, appears on screen.

Her quote reads: I joined PMI 20 years ago as a programmer analyst because I loved coding. Today, at PMI’s research laboratories in Singapore I manage scientific applications used for substantiating the risk reduction potential of our smoke-free products, to help us achieve a smoke-free future.

A photo of Dariia Zharkova, Manager IT Commercial Systems, PMI Technology, appears on screen.

Her quote reads: At PMI, you’ll find many IT roles to boost your career: Business analytics, project management, developing and testing surveys, delivery management, systems security and controls, and more. Plenty of opportunities to challenge yourself and succeed.

A photo of Fifi Fer, Support Manager IT Finance, PMI Technology, appears on screen.

Her quote reads: I like my job because I use the latest technologies, learn about new business processes and work with cross-functional team to ensure continuous improvement at PMI. The environment is great-everybody can speak up and share their ideas.

A photo of Elena Manova, Manager IT Consumer, Data Architecture, PMI Technology, is seen on screen.

Her quote reads: Since joining PMI 19 months ago, I have been able to put my skills and experience in data architecture, quality and integration, to use and learn new things. PMI is a dynamic place where everyone ha the same goal: getting stuff done. I love that.

A photo of Ines Pereira, Manager IT Commercial Italy, PMI technology, is seen on screen.

Her quote reads: I joined PMI after 6 years in IT consulting because I wanted to be part of a global multinational and see how my work contributes to our business transformation. Technology is everywhere today-in all of our interactions with the world, and I have chosen to be part of it.

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Women in tech at PMI

07 Jan 2020 · 4:04 to watch
Aspiring messages from some of our talented women colleagues in Tech at PMI. Discover why, how and what happened since they joined the transformation.

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