INDUSTRY APPOINTMENTS
Scality appoints Emilio Roman as Global Chief Revenue Officer
Scality , a global provider in cyberresilient storage software for the AI era , announced the appointment of Emilio Roman as its new global Chief Revenue Officer , CRO . Emilio brings a wealth of experience in global sales leadership , with a proven track record in the cybersecurity and data storage industries . He joins Scality from Bitdefender and Fortinet , where he held the position of Senior Vice President , Global Sales and Channels .
Emilio is no stranger to Scality , having previously served as the company ’ s top sales provider for the EMEA and APAC regions from 2014 to 2020 . His return marks an exciting new chapter for Scality as he leverages his deep expertise to accelerate revenue growth and scale operations globally .
Building on a remarkable 2024 , which saw five consecutive record quarters and major successes in enterprise AI data lakes , cloud infrastructure , and storage dedicated to cyber resiliency , Emilio assumes leadership to accelerate Scality ’ s growth trajectory .
His appointment follows the highly impactful tenure of Peter Brennan , who built the company ’ s sales and channel organisation to achieve consecutive years of record growth . Peter has taken a senior sales leadership role with a network technology company , and will remain a member of Scality ’ s Advisory Board .
“ We are thrilled to welcome Emilio back to the Scality family ,” said Jerome Lecat , CEO of Scality .
Emilio Roman
Scality ’ s growth trajectory remains strong following a banner year in 2024 , with the company achieving record-breaking success across all regions , including completing its most successful quarter ever in Q4 2024 and the second year in a row achieving a cash flow positive position .
With hundreds of ARTESCA deployments , including the largest at 6 PB , this success highlights the team ’ s focus on delivering value to customers and driving cyber resilient innovation .
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Avanade announces appointment of Adel Daira as UAE Country Manager
Avanade , the world ’ s Microsoft expert , announced appointment of Adel Daira as the new UAE Country Manager . Adel succeeds Adriano Neves , who will transition to the role of General Manager for Brazil .
Adel brings over 13 years of experience at Avanade , where he has built a strong reputation for driving growth and fostering robust client relationships . His decade-long tenure in Switzerland as the Client Lead for large accounts was marked by impressive results , and since relocating to the UAE in 2021 , he has significantly enhanced Avanade ’ s regional presence as the Regional Sales Lead .
Anna Di Silverio , President for Europe , Middle East , and Africa , EME , Avanade , said , “ Adel has consistently demonstrated exceptional leadership and a deep understanding of our clients ’ needs . His strategic vision and commitment to excellence make him the ideal provider to drive our growth in the UAE . We are confident that under his leadership , Avanade UAE will continue to thrive and innovate in this dynamic market .”
Adel Daira
Adel ’ s appointment comes at a pivotal time as AI trends in the UAE continue to evolve . The region is witnessing a surge in AI applications , from smart traffic control systems to AI-powered healthcare solutions . These advancements are not only enhancing operational efficiencies but also transforming the way businesses and governments operate .
“ The UAE is at the forefront of technological innovation , and I am eager to lead our talented team in driving significant growth and delivering exceptional value to our clients ,” said Adel Daira , Country Manager UAE , Avanade .
“ The UAE ’ s vision for AI aligns perfectly with Avanade ’ s mission to leverage technology for positive change . I am excited to explore new opportunities and collaborate with our clients to harness the full potential of AI , driving sustainable growth and innovation .” •
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