Tuxera, a global leader in ultra-reliable data solutions for critical workloads, has announced the appointment of Steffan Schumacher as the company’s new Chief Executive Officer.
Schumacher has previously held senior leadership roles at growth companies including Microsoft, Qt Group, Citrix and Efecte. Tuxera said his deep expertise across several key markets served by its customers, coupled with his strong understanding of evolving data demands, will be pivotal in shaping Tuxera’s innovation strategy and accelerating its next phase of growth.
Tuxera provides quality-assured data storage management software and networking technologies, and is based in Helsinki, Finland.
Heikki Mäkijärvi, Chair of the Board of Tuxera, remarked:
“Steffan’s profound understanding of industries critical to Tuxera’s growth and his extensive leadership experience make him the ideal person to lead us into the next chapter. Tuxera has been at the forefront of data innovation, and with Steffan at the helm, we are confident his bold vision will continue to redefine the data landscape.”
Steffan Schumacher, newly appointed CEO of Tuxera, commented:
“As industries evolve and become increasingly software-driven, data is the key to unlocking new potential for innovation and success. Whether in automotive, industrial IoT, or aerospace and defense, data is powering everything from smarter driving experiences to enhanced safety systems. At Tuxera, my goal is not only to guide our customers through this data revolution but also to position Tuxera as the global leader in this space. We are on an exciting journey to scale Tuxera from €25 to €100 million in revenue, and I’m thrilled to lead the company in achieving this vision and driving our growth to the forefront of the global data solutions market.”
