Areti Iles

Areti Iles

United Kingdom
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About

With over 15 years in the technology sector, Areti Iles is currently the Head of…

Articles by Areti

  • The world is becoming a computer

    This year I attended the FutureDecoded event in London to catch up on the latest technology trends, have some…

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  • TechHer: Not everything is man made

    Being a woman in the IT sector, I attended TechHer - a Microsoft learning event for women which was started in June…

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  • Highlights from the Microsoft Business Applications Summit

    This week I had the chance to attend the Microsoft Business Applications Summit in Seattle, a conference for all things…

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Activity

Experience

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    Greater London

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    London, England, United Kingdom

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    London, United Kingdom

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    London, United Kingdom

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    London, United Kingdom

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    London, United Kingdom

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    Milton Keynes, United Kingdom

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    Milton Keynes, United Kingdom

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    Kenilworth, United Kingdom

Education

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    University of Warwick - Warwick Business School

    Distinction

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    Dissertation Topic: Comparison Marketing - The Influence of Competition to Companies' Marketing Decisions

    Modules included: Strategic Brand Management, Marketing Across Cultures, Diffusion of New Products and Technologies, Marketing and the Creative Industries, Advanced Marketing and Strategy.

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Licenses & Certifications

Volunteer Experience

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    Podcast Host

    Power Delivery Podcast

    - Present 1 year

    Science and Technology

    The Power Delivery Podcast is a technology‑focused show centered on Microsoft Dynamics 365, Power Platform, and real‑world project delivery. It is positioned as a 'no‑BS podcast for team leads, practice managers, and CRM admins' offering practical, experience‑driven commentary rather than polished marketing content. Hosted by myself and fellow MVPs Antti Pajunen and Vlad Sarov, we all bring different perspectives on Dynamics 365 CE, Finance & Operations and the wider Power Platform/AI solutions…

    The Power Delivery Podcast is a technology‑focused show centered on Microsoft Dynamics 365, Power Platform, and real‑world project delivery. It is positioned as a 'no‑BS podcast for team leads, practice managers, and CRM admins' offering practical, experience‑driven commentary rather than polished marketing content. Hosted by myself and fellow MVPs Antti Pajunen and Vlad Sarov, we all bring different perspectives on Dynamics 365 CE, Finance & Operations and the wider Power Platform/AI solutions ecosystem.

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    Organising Committee Member

    Scottish Summit

    - Present 1 year 8 months

    Science and Technology

    As a member of the organizing committee for the Scottish Summit, I collaborate with the rest of the committee to plan and execute the Scottish Summit event, manage speaker and session coordination ad engage with stakeholders, including sponsors and exhibitors. During the event, I oversee on-site operations and provide support wherever need!

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    Mentor

    Women in Power (Platform)

    - Present 1 year 9 months

    Science and Technology

    Mentor to women working within the Technology sector and beyond through the Women in Power (Platform) mentorship programme. The programme allows mentees to get valuable support and guidance from fellow women in tech over a 3 month period of structured coaching and mentoring with four cohorts annually.

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    Europe Dynamics 365 and Power Platform User Groups Committee Representative

    Microsoft Community

    - Present 1 year 3 months

    Science and Technology

    As the Dynamics 365 and Power Platform User Group Committee Representative for the Europe region together with Markus Franz, I help build and maintain the user community with the region, facilitating the sharing of best practices, tips, and solutions among users to enhance the overall experience and effectiveness of Dynamics 365 and Power Platform and advocate for the user community within Microsoft, representing their interests and helping shape the direction of the platforms bridging the gap…

    As the Dynamics 365 and Power Platform User Group Committee Representative for the Europe region together with Markus Franz, I help build and maintain the user community with the region, facilitating the sharing of best practices, tips, and solutions among users to enhance the overall experience and effectiveness of Dynamics 365 and Power Platform and advocate for the user community within Microsoft, representing their interests and helping shape the direction of the platforms bridging the gap between Microsoft and its user base, ensuring that the platforms continue to evolve in ways that meet user need.

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    United Nations Commission for the Status of Women - UK Participant

    UN Women UK

    - Present 2 years 3 months

    Human Rights

    UK participant in the United Nations Commission for the Status of Women since 2024 (CSW68, CSW69). CSW is a platform for policy influence, knowledge exchange and advocacy ensuring that gender equality remains central to global development agendas. For 2 weeks every March, governments, experts, campaigners, community organisers and civil society come together to discuss the issues shaping women’s lives today - from safety and justice to education, work, health and access to power.

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    Advisory Board Member and User Group Leader

    UK Dynamics 365 & Power Platform User Groups

    - Present 3 years 9 months

    Science and Technology

    • Member of the Advisory Board responsible for the overall vision and direction of the UK Dynamics 365 and Power Platform user groups.
    • Organise and lead the Reading Dynamics 365 & Power Platform user group events that take place four times a year.
    • Organise and lead the all-day London Dynamics 365 & Power Platform event which takes place twice a year.

Honors & Awards

  • Microsoft Community Business Applications Evangelist Award

    Microsoft Technology UK Community and Partner Awards

    The award recognises those who lead, evangelize or build using Microsoft business applications - Power Platform, Dynamics 365 ERP/CRM and more.

  • Microsoft MVP - Customer Experience and Power Apps

    Microsoft

    Awarded Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) in the categories of Customer Experience and Power Apps. The Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) award is a recognition given by Microsoft to exceptional technology experts who actively share their knowledge and real-world expertise with the global community. The award celebrates individuals whose work has a meaningful influence on the tech community across regions and platforms.

  • Microsoft Community Judges' Hero Award

    Microsoft Technology UK Community and Partner Awards

    The award recognises the extraordinary individual who selflessly dedicates their time, energy and resources to bettering their community, making a lasting impact through their acts of kindness, leadership and unwavering commitment to the well-being and welfare of others.

  • Visionary Award Winner

    Microsoft Corporation (Convergence 2015 EMEA)

    World Animal Protection were Visionary Award winners at Convergence 2015 EMEA in the Modern Small or Medium Business category which recognizes innovation in a small business setting to better serve customers.

    https://community.dynamics.com/b/msftdynamicsblog/archive/2015/12/02/world-animal-protection-wins-convergence-emea-2015-visionary-award-for-modern-small-or-medium-business

  • IT Initiative of the Year

    IFSEC Security Excellence Awards

    Our company (Mitie) was awarded the IT Initiative of the Year in 2011 for MiTSM, a project we had all worked extremely hard on for many months.

Languages

  • English

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  • Greek

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