“In addition to working closely together as a team on a daily basis, we all genuinely strive for the same goals. To me, that sense of purpose and teamwork truly defines bol’s company culture.” – Bellamie Persad, Senior Data Scientist
The development of women in tech
After a year in her new role, Bellamie joined bol’s newly established ‘Women in Tech’ group. She lights up when she explains, “At bol, you are encouraged to take on initiatives beyond work, helping to further develop yourself. I really wanted to do something socially significant, and was well aware of the lack of female role models in the tech world. By participating in this initiative, which came directly from bol’s management, I felt that I could contribute to something truly meaningful.”
Together with a team of various colleagues, Bellamie initiates projects that contribute to their Succession and Retention ‘pillar’. “Within our pillar, we focus on the successful development of women within bol. We do this, for example, by initiating a ‘Women in Tech café’ and by organizing inspiring events in collaboration with other companies. Currently, we are also collecting a lot of data. Because why do women stay or leave bol? And what more can we do to help them develop successfully here? This information helps us create new initiatives for the upcoming year.”
Strength in teamwork
With everything she undertakes, Bellamie is always busy. Yet, she seems to truly enjoy all that she does. “Of course, it can be challenging to be an athlete and work full-time. Nevertheless, I still enjoy lacrosse immensely and particularly the friendships I’ve made. Taking on tournaments together with my teammates really feels like one big celebration to me.”
“Interestingly, that’s exactly what I experience at bol too. There’s a tremendous team spirit within the organization, actively encouraged by incredible company parties, strategy days and -events that are organized. In addition to working closely together as a team on a daily basis, we all genuinely strive for the same goals. To me, that sense of purpose and teamwork truly defines bol’s company culture.”