Laura Stevens

Trailblazer
DISC Type : DI

Lead PMO, Cyber Security at West Brom Building Society

Leicester, England, United Kingdom

Overview

Laura is a highly experienced P30 PMO Lead with a 15+ year track record in delivering large-scale, multi-million pound programs. Specializing in cyber security within financial services, she has worked across diverse sectors including health, energy, and media for organizations like IBM, the BBC, and the MoD. She earned her Bachelor of Science from City St George’s, University of London.

Colleagues and managers consistently describe Laura as a highly ethical, organized, hardworking, and supportive team member with an impeccable work ethic. She is recognized for her dedication and willingness to go the extra mile to ensure project success.

She has successfully managed complex projects for an exceptionally wide range of prominent UK public and private sector entities, including Rolls-Royce and the Ministry of Defence.

Personality Overview

Achievement-Oriented

Assertive

Informal

They do not mind taking risks and can make hard decisions, if necessary.  They will fight for you if they come to believe in you. They are charming and have the ability to align others behind their decisions.

Topics They Care About

Cybersecurity Programs
Currently leads a cyber security program, implementing new SIEM tools and elevating security profiles through Identity & Access Management (IDAM) and Privileged Access Management (PAM) projects.
Large-Scale Delivery
Holds extensive experience delivering full life-cycle, multi-million pound programs, such as rolling out over 200 UK sites for the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA).
Public Sector Transformation
Has a strong background in leading projects for UK government bodies, including the Ministry of Defence, NHS Supply Chain, and the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.

Media Appearances

Laura has no verified media appearances

Work History

6-2024
Lead PMO, Cyber Security at West Brom Building Society
10-2021 - 3-2022
Lead PMO for Portfolio RAID at Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
4-2021 - 10-2021
Lead PMO at Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
6-2013 - 12-2013
Program Management Office Analyst at NFU Mutual
1-2013 - 6-2013
Project Scheduler at Dell UK at Experian client site

Education

1997 - 2000
Bachelor of Science - BS from City St George’s, University of London

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Insights For Selling To Laura

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Help them visualize the impact of their decision
  • Ask them for a lunch or coffee once some rapport has been established
  • Build a trustworthy relationship while keeping the product center-stage

DONT's

  • Don’t hesitate from asking them how they truly feel about your product
  • Don’t force involvement of other stakeholders unless it is critical
  • Avoid unnecessary negativity or slowness

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Laura is

  • Relationship and product conviction matter equally, followed by a sense of achievement.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Laura

  • If they are not convinced, they will say no albeit in a friendly manner.


Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Laura move?

  • They can reach decisions quickly if they develop trust and confidence in the product.
  • Can Laura take some risk or not?

  • They can take risks if necessary.

You And Laura

Personality Compatibility


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