One of KCOM Group's Trainee Software Engineers, Abbie Harper, has been named a finalist for the Young IT Professional of the Year award at this year's BCS & Computing UK IT Industry Awards.
This award recognises individuals among the young IT community who have demonstrated excellence in their profession in the last 12 months.
The annual event will be held in November at Battersea Park Events Arena in London where the winner of the award will be announced.
Steve Humm, CIO at KCOM Group, said: "Abbie joined our business in October 2013 as part of our graduate scheme and very quickly started adding tangible value.
"Abbie not only has impressive technical skills and competencies, but also a professional and collaborative approach to her work that has made her a role model for our latest set of graduates and other employees.
"We work in an exciting industry and developing solutions is not always straightforward, and Abbie tackles every challenge with infectious enthusiasm and positivity."
Adam Thilthorpe, Director for Professionalism at the Institute, added: "The Chartered Institute for IT would like to congratulate this year's finalists. They showcase not only the innovation and the professionalism of those working in IT, but also demonstrate the importance of IT in delivering business and social benefit."