Hamish Podger
About Hamish Podger
Hamish Podger is a Senior Client Executive at LAB3, with a strong background in business applications, data and AI capabilities, and mobility solutions. He has extensive experience in technical pre-sales and cloud environments, having previously worked at notable companies such as Microsoft, Citrix Systems, HP, and Symantec.
Current Role at LAB3
Hamish Podger serves as a Senior Client Executive at LAB3, a position he has held since 2023. He operates in a hybrid work environment based in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia. In this role, he focuses on enabling digital transformation for customers by leveraging cloud offerings from LAB3 and Microsoft.
Previous Experience at Symantec
Prior to his current role, Hamish worked at Symantec as a Solutions Architect from 2015 to 2017. During his two-year tenure in Canberra, Australia, he contributed to various projects that enhanced the company's security solutions.
Experience at Microsoft
Hamish was employed at Microsoft as a Technology Strategist from 2017 to 2023. Over six years in this role, he focused on cloud technologies and strategies, contributing to the development and implementation of solutions that supported customer needs.
Background in Education
Hamish Podger studied at The Australian National University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree from 1997 to 2000. This educational background laid the foundation for his career in technology and business applications.
Technical Expertise and Skills
Hamish possesses a strong background in business applications, data and AI capabilities, and mobility solutions. He has extensive experience in technical pre-sales, design, and implementation in public cloud environments, particularly with Azure and AWS. His expertise also includes cyber security and end user computing, with significant experience in Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI).