All you have to do is look at how long our clients stay with us, and you’ll come to the conclusion that – We love our clients and they love us. With an average client tenure of 10+ years, we can confidently say that the longevity of our relationships is the strongest indicator of our commitment to our clients’ success.
Our Philosophy
Our approach to managed IT services is built on three pillars that lay the groundwork for everything we do.
People First
We want our customers and our employees to have a great experience in every interaction.
A Step Ahead
We’re forward-thinking people, committed to using technology to both prevent and solve problems.
Specialized Teams
IT is complex and evolving all the time, so we have people dedicated to each area of IT expertise.
Our Founding Story
Poco Sloss founded our company in 1980 as a ComputerLand franchise. He had grown the business to 20 locations and over 100 employees when in 2000 he transitioned to a managed IT services model. Since that time, the company has evolved as technology changed.
What’s a Bellwether?
Wondering about the Bellwether name? Bellwether is a term used for a ram that leads a flock of sheep. The term later came to refer to someone who is a leader or trend-setter. We identify with this because the cutting edge of technology is where we like to be. And we’re not just leading our clients in the best use of technology, we’re leaders in our industry.
Our Team
We strive to be a place where talented professionals want to work. Our average employee tenure is 7+ years and is an indication that the environment we cultivate provides people with what they need to thrive and balance their professional and personal lives. Being a preferred workplace enables us to attract, hire, and retain the best people and that’s what enables us to provide the best service to our clients.
We’ve been recognized as a Top Workplace by the Times Picayune each year since 2019. You can read what our employees say about working here.
At Bellwether, we value diversity, equity, and inclusion, and are committed to fostering a culture where all team members feel valued and respected. We embrace the unique perspectives and backgrounds of our employees, fostering innovation and better decision-making. We provide equal opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Our goal is to create an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and contribute their best work, building a stronger and more successful Bellwether.
Our Core Values
We do everything the right way
We work well together
We go the extra mile
We thrive in a dynamic, challenging environment
We love to learn
We find the right balance
What’s it like to work with Bellwether?
When you’re a Bellwether Managed IT client, you have a local team of 60+ people acting as all or part of your IT and cybersecurity departments.
Some people on this team will become very familiar to you, and there are some who you’ll never meet. Whether they’re face-to-face, a voice on the phone, or behind the scenes, we’d like you to introduce you to the teams that work together to deliver a great technology experience.