A bigger, better, and more innovative company—that’s the vision of Paul Lombardo, our global CEO, for the years ahead. Paul shared the company’s strategic plans, along with insights into its daily operations, with the management and employees of our European offices.
Paul Lombardo’s European Business Trip
Paul’s business trip, which he undertakes regularly several times a year, began at our Prague headquarters. During this visit, he met with client representatives and took the time for informal discussions about ongoing and upcoming projects.
“Disruptive technologies are reshaping the market and creating new opportunities for those who know how to harness them,” Paul commented on IT trends and their relevance to our business. “That’s one of the reasons why we want to become even more innovative and assist our clients in doing the same.”
Paul is known for maintaining direct contact with management and staff across all branches, enjoying the opportunity to exchange views and gather fresh perspectives from his travels.
From Prague to Košice
After Prague, Paul visited Košice, where one of our development centers was established a few years ago. In Košice, we provide solutions for 10 international clients in fields such as the Internet of Things (IoT), sports and entertainment media, fintech (anti-money laundering), big data, telematics, digital maps, and smart transportation.
Paul was impressed by the diversity and complexity of the projects and the work done by our development labs. During a company-wide meeting, he shared plans for the future and remarked, “We’ve been collaborating with the Košice center since 2009, and it’s incredible to see the center and its key people grow and evolve. I’m proud that Košice is one of our largest and most technologically advanced centers today. But the journey doesn’t stop here—the best days and milestones are still ahead of us.”
A Growing Presence in Romania
Paul wrapped up his visit to our European offices with a trip to our Iasi office in Romania. “I see exponential growth, both in terms of new business opportunities and new employees,” Paul said, reflecting on our presence in the region.
He also mentioned the rapid expansion of the office, stating that soon, two floors might not be enough for the growing team. “We have big ambitions, and we’re working with the right people, supporting them in developing their skills to the fullest. This is a universal recipe for success in any business.”
Innovation and Growth
During his visit to Romania, Paul was asked by colleagues what he would invest $2 million in. “I’m interested in emerging forms of transport, like autonomous vehicles. AI combined with automation and new forms of communication are other areas I would invest in,” he replied.
Paul’s belief in innovation and growth based on harnessing its potential is central to our company-wide value proposition, and it’s clear that the best is yet to come.