Sarah C. Mocke Recognized by Worldwide Who's Who for Excellence in Information Technology

    SEATTLE, WA, April 3, 2013 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Sarah C. Mocke, Director in the Office of the Chief Technology Officer for Microsoft Corporation, has been recognized by Worldwide Who's Who for showing dedication, leadership and excellence in information technology.

After studying electrical engineering and education at Cape Peninsula University of Technology, Ms. Mocke embarked on a career in information technology which has spanned the past 24 years. Her impressive career began at Workgroup Systems where she served as a support engineer. After six years with the company, Ms. Mocke transitioned to a role as systems lead for Workgroup Institute. In 1998, she joined Microsoft Corporation as a senior architect. In July 2011, she was promoted to architect for Microsoft South Africa and director in the office of the CTO. Currently, Ms. Mocke manages 16 communities worldwide and oversees services related to information technology architecture.

With a skill set for people management, sales, and program management, Ms. Mocke provides technical readiness for global architecture staff and defines readiness strategy. Utilizing her skill set for empowering others, Ms. Mocke also handles training, teaching, and serves as a trusted advisor for staff. She is responsible for organizing communities for the chief technology officers and chief architects to collaborate on solutions and infrastructure. Ms. Mocke has been quoted as saying "I'm passionate about connecting, enabling and empowering others. I greatly prefer working in high-performing, cohesive teams and love using my skills and expertise to deliver great results for my customers while contributing to the careers and growth of all of those around me." Proficient in Microsoft technologies, cloud computing, IT strategy, and visualization, Ms. Mocke aspires to network and consult with other information technology professionals worldwide to keep abreast of changes in her field.

Ms. Mocke was one of the first women in the world to achieve distinctions as a board certified architect professional and Microsoft certified architect. She is currently affiliated with the International Association of Software Architects. In her free time, she enjoys making movies and spending time with her kids.

For more information about Microsoft Corporation, visit http://www.microsoft.com.

About Worldwide Who's Who
With over 500,000 members representing every major industry, Worldwide Who's Who is a powerful networking resource that enables professionals to outshine their competition, in part through effective branding and marketing. Worldwide Who's Who employs similar public relations techniques to those utilized by Fortune 500 companies, making them cost-effective for members who seek to take advantage of its career enhancement and business advancement services.

Worldwide Who's Who membership provides individuals with a valuable third-party endorsement of their accomplishments, and gives them the tools needed to brand themselves and their businesses effectively. In addition to publishing biographies in print and electronic form, it offers an online networking platform where members can establish new professional relationships.

For more information, please visit http://www.worldwidewhoswho.com.

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Ellen Campbell
Director, Media Relations
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