Every year, CloudSmiths announces one worthy individual as their Rookie of the Year. Competition is fierce amongst eligible candidates and the title is awarded to a newcomer who makes a significant impact in the company from day one. This person must demonstrate a strong work ethic, excellent problem-solving skills, and a commitment to delivering exceptional results. The recipient is dynamic in their approach to challenges and is able to collaborate with a multitude of individuals across the board. The proud recipient of this year’s CloudSmiths Rookie of the Year 2023 title is Emmanuel Fousteris.
Emmanuel is a Salesforce Consultant, which means, in his words, “I leverage the power of Salesforce to solve complex business problems and get to look like a superhero while doing it! (@TheAvengers, I’m open to discussions…)” An Economics and Investment graduate, Emmanuel has always been fascinated by consumer behaviour and how that translates into business decision making. After finding a good balance of interests in a sales role within the technology industry, he became even more interested in the technical side of things, and his role as a Salesforce Consultant has brought everything together for him.
Emmanuel says, “Being part of CloudSmiths means a great deal to me. It's not just a job, it's an opportunity to be part of something bigger, something that’s dynamic and innovative. As a team member at CloudSmiths I get to experience the perfect blend of working hard and playing hard, all while diving into the world of cutting-edge technologies. We strive for excellence in everything we do, constantly pushing ourselves to deliver top-notch solutions and services to our clients. What makes it even more enjoyable is the ‘playing hard’ aspect. We believe that a healthy work-life balance is crucial, and we know how to have fun!”
There’s an African proverb that says, “If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.” This is a philosophy that Emmanuel believes in deeply, and it helped prove to his colleagues that he has what it takes to be named Rookie of the Year. He says, “When I joined CloudSmiths, I came in with an open mind and a hunger to learn. I then aimed to provide the best value I could by using my newly acquired skills. I also believe that when people are comfortable with sharing their ideas, it allows for a highly productive, and solution oriented ‘think tank’ mentality, to flourish. This seems to have been the key to my success.”
For Emmanuel, being named Rookie of the Year is an extraordinary achievement and a career highlight of note. He says, “This is a testament to the fact that if you fully commit to a goal and focus on providing genuine value to all those you encounter, it will come back to you in unexpected ways.” His passion is clear, and he hopes to continue experiencing all that CloudSmiths has to offer.
Motivated by good coffee and an insatiable hunger for knowledge, Emmanuel is eager to learn and explore new technologies, while also making the most of older schools of thought that offer timeless wisdom. He says, “The field of AI greatly intrigues me, and I’m looking forward to exploring this side of the tech world a lot further.” He’s not one to rest on his laurels, either. His next performance goal is to be crowned Smith of the Year, so watch this space…
“Hard work beats talent, when talent doesn't work hard” - Tim Notke