acf domain was triggered too early. This is usually an indicator for some code in the plugin or theme running too early. Translations should be loaded at the init action or later. Please see Debugging in WordPress for more information. (This message was added in version 6.7.0.) in /var/www/vhosts/studiogo.tech/httpdocs/upcloudold/wp-includes/functions.php on line 6121all-in-one-wp-migration domain was triggered too early. This is usually an indicator for some code in the plugin or theme running too early. Translations should be loaded at the init action or later. Please see Debugging in WordPress for more information. (This message was added in version 6.7.0.) in /var/www/vhosts/studiogo.tech/httpdocs/upcloudold/wp-includes/functions.php on line 6121rocket domain was triggered too early. This is usually an indicator for some code in the plugin or theme running too early. Translations should be loaded at the init action or later. Please see Debugging in WordPress for more information. (This message was added in version 6.7.0.) in /var/www/vhosts/studiogo.tech/httpdocs/upcloudold/wp-includes/functions.php on line 6121
June 29, 2021
What were Erik's first impressions of UpCloud, and where does he see the biggest opportunities for the company? We asked him a few questions.
How do you see UpCloud's current position in the market?
The transformation to the cloud has just begun, and right now, only 2% of IT workloads worldwide are in the cloud. That's why there's space for more than just the top three players in the market. UpCloud has strong potential in the segment of growing small and medium-sized businesses that need help moving to the cloud with high SLAs and great customer service.
What would you like to focus on as the Head of Sales?
I want to focus more on high-growth companies, such as Software-as-a-Service or eCommerce companies looking for global scalability through our vast network of data centres, who don't want to rely on hypervendors. UpCloud is an ideal partner for them. We have a technology stack that can help the growing companies in the initial phases when price matters but performance is also crucial.
Which of your previous experiences do you see most valuable for the new role?
I am used to growing sales in international markets, business generation and acquisitions, so I hope my background will bring a more programmatic approach to sales. Besides that, I understand how startups and SMBs work and the requirements for their growth. That gives me a good insight into UpCloud's user base.
What were your first impressions of UpCloud?
It's a beautiful company with a relaxed atmosphere and low hierarchy. An apparent transformation effort is visible to focusing on the user's needs and designing new products to satisfy them. It also has a very open and direct culture, which is really important to me. 
Our service was launched exactly five months ago today. Although the months have flashed by at the speed of light, we have already had time to see our service filling a vacuum in the Finnish IaaS supply and how enthusiastically it has been received in different circles. Nowadays, our clients include private individuals, as well […]
Antti Vilpponen, the former CEO and co-founder of Northern Europe’s largest startup media ArcticStartup, has joined UpCloud as General Manager. Vilpponen will be in charge of commercial activities of the company as well as the expansion of international operations. Welcome on board Antti!
Our service was launched exactly five months ago today. Although the months have flashed by at the speed of light, we have already had time to see our service filling a vacuum in the Finnish IaaS supply and how enthusiastically it has been received in different circles. Nowadays, our clients include private individuals, as well […]
Read More
Antti Vilpponen, the former CEO and co-founder of Northern Europe’s largest startup media ArcticStartup, has joined UpCloud as General Manager. Vilpponen will be in charge of commercial activities of the company as well as the expansion of international operations. Welcome on board Antti!
Read More
We have adopted a new service to enable better opportunities to add funds to your account. We have integrated Braintree Payments into our service to enable monthly recurring payments to your account to further enable you to optimise your credit usage. Braintree Payments has reached the highest possible safety certification PCI DSS Level 1. More […]
Read More
