Andrew Henderson

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Managing director, Simms International

What was the worst job you have ever had?

Selling paintings door to door in Sydney, Australia.

Which actor would you pick to play you in a movie of your life?

Hugh Grant.

What do you do as your party trick?

Drink a pint of beer standing on my head.

What is your favourite chocolate bar?

Crunchie.

What has been the highlight of your career to date?

Opening, managing and selling Simms Australia.

Has 2014 been a good, bad or ugly year?

Good - we will reach our 25-year anniversary on 20 January 2015.

How would you explain the IT channel to a stranger without boring them to death?

I wouldn't.

Aside from the channel, my dream career would be... milking cows.

What major issues will the channel face in 2015?

Consolidation, lower margins and the general election.

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