TeamViewer launches SheSportTech initiative

SheSportTech aims to shine a light on the many opportunities for women. Supported by the club, the TeamViewer initiative celebrates women who have built careers in the technology industry.

The newly launched website, SheSportTech.com, offers inspiration and support to help get others closer to their dream jobs in technology. There you can find stories from women currently working in the industry, detailing how they developed their careers in sport technology.

On the site you’ll find five members of United staff including Hannah McLean, information security officer, and Gemma Thompson, senior talent and player access manager.

“I don’t have a background in sport, I fell into it,” Hannah (pictured above, far left) tells us. “I gained many skills from my degree. You’d be surprised by what’s transferable – debating skills, problem-solving, negotiating with stakeholders. Technology enables women to move into the industry – it reduces the barrier to entry. It’s about learning specific trends or disciplines and upskilling yourself.”
 
Hannah is keen to encourage more women to move into sport technology and believes there can be a misconception around the industry. “You don’t need to be an expert in the football industry,” she insists. “There are other roles across the business, but it is important to not be put off as this isn’t just for men.”

As for Gemma, the real thrill lies in the ever-evolving landscape of sport technology. “The biggest lesson I’ve learned is to keep learning,” the senior talent and player access manager says. “Sport tech is developing all the time. It can be difficult to prioritise the time but it is so important to sit down and look at the data, do research and learn. Every day is different – I feel very lucky and make sure to not lose sight of that.”

Those who want to go a step further can apply for the SheSportTech pathway. Selected applicants will be eligible for a grant of up to €1,500 towards pursuing a relevant training course or certification in sports tech. Successful applications will also be paired with a mentor from various different departments at Manchester United. All mentors will provide advice, guidance and support based on their own career experiences.
 
Those interested can now sign up at SheSportTech.com, where you can also be among the first to hear about exclusive networking events.

MENTORS AT THE MATCH
 
You will be able to see our brilliant role models showcased in prominent locations around Old Trafford at Sunday's game against Liverpool. Be sure to keep an eye out for them!

This Premier League fixture, another highly anticipated home meeting with our rivals from Merseyside, will be sponsored by TeamViewer.