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Cloudforce was honored to sponsor and speak at the AI in Higher Education DMV Event held at Microsoftβs Arlington Office! πβ¨ Our CEO and Founder, Husein Sharaf, shared the stage with Dr. Michael J. Jabbour, Microsoft Education Chief Innovation Officer, in a captivating session on "How to Prepare Your University for AI." π It was an inspiring day of collaboration, knowledge sharing, and envisioning the future of AI in education. Huge thanks to the organizers, speakers, and everyone who attended! π Let's continue pushing the boundaries of AI in education together. π‘π
In its steadfast pursuit to #giveback Cloudforce recently hosted TechBlazers, a groundbreaking conversation that pinpointed challenges in education-industry alignment and relevant job training facing Marylandβsβ next technology corridor in collaboration with local educators and business leaders in Prince Georgeβs, MD. ππ©βπ« π¬Held at Cloudforce headquarters in National Harbor, the TechBlazers event included a lively networking reception followed by a panel discussion and Q&A session addressing how to better prepare students for equitable opportunities in todayβs essential cloud computing, cybersecurity, and generative AI careers. π¨βππ»πΌ For more insights, watch the full conversation here π: https://lnkd.in/eVByiu9c
Small But Mighty: Cloudforceβs Epic Win as βSmall Business of the Year!β ππͺ We are thrilled to announce that Cloudforce has been named "Small Business of the Year" at the Prince George's County Economic Development Corporation (PGEDC) 40th Anniversary Gala! π π πΌ π This award celebrates our continued exponential growth (not so small any longer!) and the resulting impact we've had on our region's economy π. It's a testament to our unwavering commitment to #excellence, innovation, and #givingback to our community. What makes this win special is the demonstration that business success and community engagement can go hand in hand π€. We are truly honored to receive this prestigious recognition, and it wouldn't have been possible without the incredible dedication and hard work of our #eliteforce, as well as the support of our valued clients and community partners. π₯ We want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the PGEDC for this incredible recognition and for their continuous support. We're excited about the future, remaining steadfast in our commitment to pioneering technology while staying rooted in the values that define us. π±ππ«
Ready. Set. Paintball! This yearβs October team outing was an unforgettable day of fierce fun, fabulous food, and fiery battles. πͺπ₯ Our #eliteforce arrived for our third annual Paintball event with an even bigger and bolder squad, ready to dominate the field. From strategizing to capture the flag, to discovering creative new tactics to protect the president, our afternoon capers were surefire proof that #teamwork makes the dream work! π€ ποΈ Our newly built bonds will also go a long way to make us an even stronger, more unstoppable force in our day-to-day operations. π
π§ββοΈWeβve been brewing up some serious fun this October with lots of celebrations and spooky shenanigans. From creepy-cool pumpkin designs and Halloween treats to an office scavenger hunt, itβs been a spooktacular success! π·οΈ πΈοΈ π¬ π§But wait, thereβs more! Our Fright Force brought their A-game to the annual costume contest, and everyone looked BOO-tiful. π»Congratulations to the winners, Joey Poole as Colonel Sanders, Aniya Young and Jasmin Atienza as characters from Men in Black, and Sean Welling as Arthur Read. π
This month, Cloudforce had the pleasure of hosting a dynamic group of over 30 students from the Southern Management Leadership Program (SMLP)π for an event packed with inspiration, insights, and innovation. Joined by their SMLP leader, Sara Herald, the students were treated to an afternoon of valuable information and advice through several presentations, technology showcases, one-on-one discussions, and a panel session answering questions about career paths in the cloud consulting field. πΌ π» π‘ Dedicated to developing impactful, creative, and inspiring local leaders, SMLP is a three-year scholarship and educational program that supports, develops, and graduates ethical leaders who want to energize and give back to their local communities. Following an entrepreneurship track, students complete their associate's degree at either Prince George's Community College or Montgomery College and their bachelor's degree at the University of Maryland, College Park. π π§βπ Our team was genuinely impressed by the students' enthusiasm and potential. In fact, Cloudforce is already benefiting from one exceptional, talented SMLP graduate, James L. Poindexter Jr., who recently joined us as an associate engineer. π¨βπ» We now look forward to welcoming more outstanding SMLP graduates to our growing #eliteforce! π€
Cloudforce Rises High π Ever in pursuit of our company values of passion, #excellence, and #growth π±, Cloudforce executive leadership recently retreated to the shores of Virginia Beach π for a 3-day offsite workshop to help define, align, and refine our next chapter of objectives π π«. This first-ever leadership offsite was an ideal opportunity to examine recent successes, evaluate initiatives, and proactively identify paths to improvement π. In true Cloudforce tradition, it was also a chance to build teamwork across departments with a proper dose of glee! π»
Back(pack)ing Bright Futures, One Zip at a Time! ππ As part of our commitment to #givingback, Cloudforce joined hands with the Boys and Girls Club of Greater Washington (BGCGW) to make a meaningful impact on the lives of students in their Prince George's County program for Fall 2023. π Our #eliteforce came together with participants from the #community, to fulfill BGCGWβs total targeted need of 150 packed backpacks, each filled with essential supplies and inspiring handwritten notes of encouragement for these bright young minds. It was a day of teamwork, compassion, and joy as we worked to ensure that every backpack was prepared with love and care. βοΈππ€ A huge shoutout to BGCGW for their invaluable partnership, and our community members, Wave Welcome and Microsoftβs BAM, who helped make this event a resounding success. Together, we are creating a brighter future for the next generation, one backpack at a time. ππ
We are proud to announce that Cloudforce has achieved a significant milestone on our journey of continued growth: we are now ISO 9001:2015 certified! π π π This certification underscores our unwavering commitment to #excellence and the priority we place on delivering exceptional quality and services to our clients, partners, and staff. ISO 9001:2015 is much more to us than wall candy; itβs a testament to our shared ethos of continued improvement in all we do. π‘What does this mean for you, our esteemed clients and partners? It means that our processes and systems have undergone rigorous evaluation and are recognized as meeting the highest international standards. By defining Cloudforceβs ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System, we are better equipped than ever to provide you with consistent, reliable solutions that exceed expectations. π«
Cloudforce Achieves 3-Peat Inc. 5,000 Kudos! π π Cloudforce triumphantly accepts its third consecutive award as an Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Company in America!π As the so-called βOscars of the business world,β the Inc. 5000 annually showcases the fastest growing, most innovative privately held companies across the United States; ππ and our remarkable three-peat achievement is a testament to the unwavering dedication, tireless hustle, and unyielding commitment put forth by our entire stellar team every day and in every way. As we secure our place among like-minded exceptional innovative industry leaders and achievers, we gratefully thank and acknowledge our amazing clients and partners for their steadfast trust in our vision and solutions expertise. We also thank and recognize our exceptional technical #eliteforce for their creative brilliance and resilience that continues to lead our mission forward and to daily redefine the boundaries of what's possible. π π₯π #GoCloudforce #inc5000