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Leslie Fiering
Research VP
San Jose, CA USA
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Years of Experience
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9 years at Gartner
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27 years IT industry
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Roles and Responsibilities
Leslie Fiering is a vice president covering mobile computing in Gartner Research, where she is part of the Client Platforms group and lead analyst on notebook computing. Her areas of expertise include mobile and desktop computing, end-user issues, PC hardware acquisition and contract negotiation, telework, TCO, market strategies, and market messaging.
Previous Experience
Previously, she was vice president in Gartner’s Client Partner unit, working with strategic vendor accounts to help them achieve their business objectives. During an 18-month sabbatical, Ms. Fiering worked at Maples Communications in strategic marketing. Previous assignments at Gartner have included serving as head of the End-User Computing Service and as a PC hardware research manager. While at Gartner, she has worked with corporate and industry clients throughout the U.S.A., Europe and the Pacific Rim. Prior to joining Gartner, Ms. Fiering was an assistant vice president in advanced technology for Bankers Trust, involved in strategic planning for enterprise connectivity and all end-user or PC-related issues. Her background also includes managing the in-house computer store at Time, Inc., and writing a column regarding end-user issues for Computer Reseller News.
Professional Background
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Maples Communications, Strategic Marketing, 2 years
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Bankers Trust, Assistant Vice President, 3 years
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Time, Inc., Manager, In-house PC Store, 3 years
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Education
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B.A., Swarthmore College
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M.B.A., New York University
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