For this week's Metro column, Chamber president & CEO Paul Guzzi had a chance to quiz Boston's Future Leaders alumni Maura Rudolph of Accenture.

Maura joined Accenture in 1995 and is currently responsible for market development, strategically positioning Accenture in the New England business community, and helping to improve engagement of the 750 employees in Boston.

PG: What is the coolest part of your job?

MR: Helping people.  I am the “point person” for Accenture’s Boston office.  I connect employees and clients to help them productively solve issues, expand their networks, and work more effectively.  This in turn generates business for Accenture and improves the morale and efficiency of our employees.

PG: If you were recruiting someone to work for you, what would be your number one selling point about Accenture? 

MR: There is constant change. Everyday is different. Helping our clients become high performing businesses, governments, and educational institutions is a powerful motivator to come to work everyday with your best game on. And the people you work with are top notch.

PG: How can young professionals expand their networks and increase their impact in Boston?

MR: Seek out events related to your business or interests: Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce, Massachusetts Conference for Women, etc.  Don’t be afraid to reach out to individuals and ask to follow up with them. If you need help, get to know the staff of the organization running the event and ask them to facilitate introductions to key players in your area.  Generally people are willing to help if you just ask.

PG: What reading material is on your nightstand?

MR: Family Fun magazine, Working Mother magazine, Golf For Women, the Harvard Business Review.  The last book I read was The Talent Powered Organization by Peter Cheese, Robert Thomas, and Elizabeth Craig.

PG: Tell us something we should know about you.

MR: Prior to moving back to New England, I was one of three nationally certified referees for women’s lacrosse in the Midwest.  The best part was helping high school girls become involved in the game.

Read the full interview here.