Vanessa Sorenson
Trailblazer · DISC type IDVanessa Sorenson was most recently the Chief Partner Officer for ANZ and Managing Director for Microsoft New Zealand, where she focused on digital transformation and empowering partners. She has over two decades of experience in the tech sector, including a long tenure at Spark, and holds a Mini MBA. People describe her as focused, authentic, and caring.
Outside of work, Vanessa is a passionate advocate for diversity and inclusion in the tech industry, actively mentoring businesswomen and championing initiatives to encourage women, Māori, and Pasifika into STEM careers. She is married with two children, Grace and Jack, and is passionate about ensuring all children have access to technology and education.
She often shares her story of growing up in caravan parks to inspire others, proving that background does not determine future success.
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