Sara Stopford Pickering
About Sara Stopford Pickering
Sara Stopford Pickering serves as the Head of Business Support Team at Red Gate Software Ltd, where she has worked since 2005. She has extensive experience in event management and change management, and is certified as a 5 Dysfunctions Team Trainer.
Work at Redgate Software
Sara Stopford Pickering has served as the Head of Business Support Team at Redgate Software Ltd since 2005. In this role, she has been responsible for overseeing the business support functions within the organization. Her extensive experience includes organizing and executing various company events and functions, contributing to the overall operational efficiency of the team. She has also authored a blog post on Redgate's website, discussing the creation of a functional PA team with a focus on agile practices.
Previous Experience
Prior to her tenure at Redgate Software, Sara worked at Lovells as an Executive PA from 2001 to 2005. In this position, she provided high-level administrative support. Before that, she served as the PA Team Leader at Morgan Stanley from 1996 to 2001, where she managed a team of personal assistants. This diverse background has equipped her with a solid foundation in administrative and support functions.
Education and Expertise
Sara Stopford Pickering has developed expertise in change management, particularly within administrative and support roles. She is certified as a 5 Dysfunctions Team Trainer, focusing on team dynamics and leadership. Additionally, she utilizes SLII Situational Leadership techniques to enhance team performance and adaptability, ensuring that her team can effectively respond to various challenges.
Leadership and Team Development
In her role as Head of Business Support Team, Sara emphasizes the importance of leadership and team development. She applies her knowledge of team dynamics and leadership principles to foster a collaborative environment. Her approach includes utilizing situational leadership techniques to improve team performance and adaptability, which is essential for navigating the complexities of business support.