Mivy James has been an IT professional for over 30 years. Prior to joining BAe systems Applied Intelligence in 2005 she worked for several international IT consultancies and corporations.Mivy started her career as an analyst / programmer after completing a degree in Computer Science and Maths and soon moved into technical leadership and system design. Mivy has worked for a range of clients across UK government on everything from cutting edge technology research to the strategic design of multi-billion pound programmes.Mivy is enthusiastic about technology and particularly keen to encourage women to follow careers in the IT profession, she is the founder & chair of Applied Intelligence's gender balance network.Outside of work Mivy pursues a variety of hobbies including travel and outdoor sports.