We are excited to welcome Leanne to the SMART Team as our new Sales Coordinator! Leanne has a background in sales and marketing and was the European Channel Marketing Coordinator at Panasonic TOUGHBOOK in her last role. Along with her experience, she also has in-depth knowledge of our product range and is inspired by how our products can have a positive impact on people’s lives. 

We caught up with Leanne to find out about her background, achievements and her new role at The SMART Group.

What does your new role as Sales Coordinator at The SMART Group involve?

As Sales Coordinator, I am in charge of organising inbound sales leads and assigning them to the relevant Business Development Manager. I arrange product demos with prospective clients. I also run reports and liaise with the team to discuss where they are with their KPIs. My role is continually expanding as I settle in further and find opportunities to suggest changes.  

What are you most excited about joining The SMART Group?

I am looking forward to a new challenge, in an industry that interests me, and working within a team of ambitious people. I am proud to now be a part of this industry which is helping to change people’s lives for the better. I am also looking forward to seeing how I develop personally and professionally within the company.

What inspires you?

I am inspired to help others who are in a less fortunate position than myself and have learnt the importance of helping to make life better for people. In 2018, I became a volunteer for Guide Dogs and it was hugely rewarding to board dogs in my home whilst they were in their advanced training. I have since had the pleasure of speaking to one of the people with sight loss whom I have helped, in a small but significant way, to enjoy the freedom that we often take for granted.

What achievement are you most proud of in life?

There are two very important achievements that I am proud of. Firstly, in my twenties, I decided to face my fear of water and learn how to swim. It was a huge achievement and something I have used to push myself further in other aspects of life. More recently, I became a mother during the beginning of the pandemic and I am proud of myself for having coped with the challenges and restrictions that Covid-19 threw at me.

What is the most useful thing you have learnt since joining?

I have quickly observed how people are very passionate about their businesses in this industry and the importance of the role that a company such as The SMART Group can play in establishing and growing the dreams and ambitions of our clients.

I have really enjoyed my first 6 weeks at SMART. It is nice working with so many professional, happy people who relish doing what they do. Exciting times are ahead for both the company and me!