
Lee Ann Panglea
BCom 1995
Alumni 100Head of CIPD Scotland and Northern Ireland
Alumna Lee Ann, Head of CIPD Scotland and Northern Ireland took the research that had been done at the School and put it to practical use creating tools and advice for CIPD members.
How does it feel to be selected for the Alumni 100 list?
"I was hugely flattered to be asked, and very proud."
What made you choose to study at the University of Edinburgh Business School?
"The reputation of the School as part of one of the world's oldest universities and of producing successful and influential people in the world of work."
What's the one thing you think current students need to develop or learn before entering the modern workplace?
"There's a growing recognition that the development of essential or employability skills, such as teamwork, presenting, and problem-solving, is crucial in preparing students for or to progress within the world of work."
What key thing that you learnt at the Business School do you still rely on today?
"Recognising there's always opportunities to learn and develop."
Proudest work-related achievement to date?
"Establishing CIPD in Scotland. Sitting at the heart of a proud and growing community of HR practitioners, partners, policymakers and thought leaders in the world of work, committed to championing better work and working lives."
There's a growing recognition that the development of essential or employability skills is crucial in preparing students for the world of work.