We have a WINNER..!

Lucy Gallois is a Relationship Manager here at Boxx and anyone who has had the pleasure of meeting her will know; she really is a force to be reckoned with.

We’re thrilled that she has been recognised for her talents and hard work, in the Women Leaders Awards 2020

With 20 years telecommunications experience under her belt, we knew Lucy was an expert in her field. But it is her drive to add value to every person she meets that makes her stand out from the crowd and why she has been acknowledged in the Digital and Technology category of these prestigious awards.

Lucy is a true example of the Women in Tech movement who inspires confidence in others, recognises talents in everyone and encourages personal growth and development. It is her ability to converse at high level or in technical depth about overcoming challenges and realising benefits through the implementation of technology that has led her to become not only a trusted resource, but also make significant impact within the Milton Keynes business community.

The Women Leaders Awards celebrate extraordinary women living or working within Milton Keynes, achieving remarkable things and believe it is more important than ever to recognise these inspiring women within our communities and in our workplaces.

This year’s awards, like many other 2020 events, may have been a little different, but wow… Didn’t they put on an event to remember..?!

With Cindy Rose OBE, President of Western Europe at Microsoft as key-note speaker and both Dr Julie Mills OBE, CEO & Principle of MK College and Ruby Palmer, Director: TOTM, Signia Wealth and Twenty3 Sport, not to mention the finalists in all 16 categories, the evening was certainly not short of inspirational women to admire the achievements of.

In good company, Lucy not only did herself proud with this amazing win but everyone here at Boxx.

We are so proud of everything she has achieved and are grateful to have her on the team!

This November Boxx are joining forces with fellow MK based Cygnus to raise money for the amazing local charity Transitions UK.

From the comfort of their own working-from-home desks, the teams at both Boxx and Cygnus will be donning an array of purple in a bid to raise awareness and much needed funds for the charity.

Charities have been hit particularly hard this year, so here at Boxx we were keen to show our support and get involved in this join-in-from-home fundraiser.

Transitions UK supports disadvantaged young people at risk (aged 14 to 25 years) to ensure they transition to healthy, happy and fulfilled adult lives.

The 4 areas of support they offer include:

• ACHIEVE For young people with special needs and learning disabilities
• ATTAIN For vulnerable young people who are leaving care.
• ASPIRE For young people at risk of criminal exploitation or offending
• ASPIRE For young people with emotional and mental health needs.

This year, disadvantaged young people have been met with many more challenges and the fantastic work Transitions UK does to support them is more important than ever before.

By taking part in #WearItPurple on 19th November we hope to raise awareness and much needed funds for this brilliant cause.

Please show your support if you can, either by joining in or donating here.

We are thrilled to announce that Lucy Gallois, who joined the team in 2018, has been selected as a finalist in the Women Leaders' 2020 Awards…

The Women Leaders' Awards recognise the achievements of remarkable women living or working within Milton Keynes. This respected accolade celebrates the very best of local female talent and has grown year on year to be a significant source of pride for the professional community.

Nominees in 16 categories, have all contributed to the success of their industry sector, their organisation or the growth of the wider Milton Keynes community and Lucy has been recognised for her efforts in the Digital & Technology category.

Exuding positivity at all times, Lucy is a force to be reckoned with and anyone who has met her knows this. She invests time in getting know people. She listens, not just to understand what people do professionally, but also on a personal level. She is constantly thinking about how she can connect people and help them in achieving their own goals and we are very lucky to have her on the team!

Lucy inspires confidence in others, especially women and those returning to work post-children and she’s happy to share her experiences in order to instil confidence in others. She recognises talents in everyone and encourages development and growth. A true champion for gender equality, especially within tech!

Good luck Lucy... Team Boxx be cheering for you on 19th November when, in the absence of the usual gala dinner the category winners will be announced via a COVID safe event. We couldn’t be more proud of what you have achieved!