Cloudera has appointed Nick Loumakis as Vice President for the UAE and Turkey. With this move, the company aims to expand its presence and sharpen its AI and data strategy in the region.
As demand for AI solutions rises, Cloudera is focusing on faster execution and deeper market penetration.
Experienced Leader to Drive Growth
Loumakis brings more than 20 years of experience in data, analytics, and enterprise software across EMEA. Over the years, he has improved go-to-market strategies and built strong relationships with senior executives. Moreover, he holds an MBA from the London Business School. This background helps him combine technical knowledge with business insight.
Speaking on his appointment, Loumakis said he looks forward to helping organisations unlock the full value of their data. He also noted that companies now need secure, scalable, and well-governed AI solutions.
Strong Growth Momentum Continues
Cloudera is entering its 2027 fiscal year on a high note. The company reported over 50% year-on-year growth in new and expansion business. In addition, it achieved more than 100% growth in new customer acquisitions in the fourth quarter. Therefore, this appointment comes at a crucial time as the company builds on its strong performance.
Ahmad Shakora said Loumakis will help speed up growth, strengthen partnerships, and support customers in their data journeys.
Partnerships Drive Regional Expansion
Cloudera continues to invest in the region. For instance, it signed a strategic MoU with Saudi Aramco. This partnership focuses on AI solutions for the energy sector. It also supports local talent development in data and analytics.
In addition, the company opened a new office in Saudi Arabia. It also added over 570 employees globally, which reflects its expansion plans.
Focus on Innovation at LEAP 2026
Looking ahead, Cloudera will participate in LEAP 2026. The event will take place from April 13 to 16 in Riyadh.
At the conference, the company will showcase how its platform helps businesses improve efficiency and make better decisions using AI.
About Cloudera
Cloudera provides a hybrid data and AI platform that works across cloud, data centres, and edge environments. As a result, organisations can manage all their data in one place. The platform also ensures strong security, governance, and real-time insights.
