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Sandra Maura , CEO of Topmind
wWhat would you describe as your most memorable achievement ?
In my life I had several memorable achievements . Among the main ones is the creation of my own company 18 years ago , when women were still taking risks in the IT market . Topmind was created to show that technology is an important means to enable true business strategies for the most varied segments .
Over these years , we have shown significant growth , expanded internationally to other countries in Latin America and the United States and helped several companies to go digital .
What made you think of a career in technology first ?
I started my IT career in my youth at 17 years old . I fell in love with technology then and there and built my career in this area . I sought more knowledge and took computer science at college and several other
Topmind was created to show that technology is an important means to enable true business strategies for the most varied segments .
courses . I worked in all IT areas of this company , from systems development , infrastructure , support and telecom . I ’ d never leave the technology market .
What style of management philosophy do you employ in your current position ?
I employ a management philosophy based on participative leadership , valuing the participation and opinion of employees and teams for the development of strategies and decision-making , always encouraging proactivity and dialogue .
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