Last week, I had the opportunity to visit HQ2 in Arlington, VA. It was great to collaborate and connect with teammates and business leaders.
I also got to meet a few of the talented folks I was able to recruit to #AWS. 🚀📈
“A culture is strong when people work with each other,for each other. A culture is weak when people work against each other, for themselves.” - Simon Sinek
Thank you all team AWS builders and specially Jason Dunn 🚀
Let’s do it again! 🇲🇽🌎🇺🇸
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Attention AWS Partners! 🌟 Join us for the AWS Well-Architected Partner Day in Atlanta on July 23rd! 🚀
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Two specialized tracks available:
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The MAP program is the most effective and cost-efficient way of conducting any Migration to AWS. If you're curious or want more information, I'm always game for a discussion on MAP.
If you're going to #AWSreInvent? This session with Slalom’s Rahul Grover, an AWS Ambassador, and AWS colleagues is a must-see for those curious about the Migration Acceleration Program and Strategic Partner Incentives. #imwithslalomhttps://slalom.ws/3NLu3tG
Latest update: AWS CEO Adam Selipsky is resigning, with Matt Garman, SVP of AWS sales, set to take over. What lies ahead for AWS?
With the surge in demand for AI services, sales are on the rise, and Matt is primed to spearhead further growth for the company.
Are you prepared to harness the upcoming cloud boom? If you require assistance in enhancing your cloud proficiency, feel free to reach out—I'm here to assist!
Former CEO at Amazon Web Services (AWS). Former President and CEO at Tableau.
After almost 15 combined years at AWS, I am going to be moving on. It has been a true privilege to help lead this business from pre-revenue to $100B annualized revenue. I’m humbled by the many customers who have said they wouldn’t be what they are without AWS, thankful to our many partners, and grateful to my passionate and innovative teammates. AWS will be in great hands with Matt and the incredible leadership team. I’m looking forward to taking some time off with family, while taking the opportunity to think about my next adventure!
As the newly appointed CEO of AWS, Matt Garman steps into his role with a wealth of experience and a vision for the future. With his leadership, there's a sense of anticipation in the air, a feeling that change is on the horizon, bringing with it both challenges and opportunities.
One area where we might see shifts is in the focus on new markets. Matt's strategic mindset and growth focus could lead to prioritising expanding AWS's reach into untapped territories or emerging industry segments. This could mean increased marketing efforts, targeted product development initiatives, or even strategic acquisitions to bolster AWS's presence in key sectors. That approach can be balanced with his product quality excellence, which could translate into focusing on growing the current market through innovative and improved services.
Moreover, Matt's reputation for fostering collaboration and teamwork could herald a new era of synergy within AWS. Breaking down silos and encouraging cross-functional innovation could become the norm, driving us to new heights of creativity and efficiency. Matt has already announced that he will make some organisational adjustments. Will it be with this intention?
Efficiency, too, might become a hallmark of Matt's leadership. While AWS is already renowned for its operational excellence, Matt's keen eye for optimisation could further streamline internal processes and resource allocation, ensuring that AWS continuously operates at peak performance.
Under Matt's guidance, we may see an evolution in service offerings. With his finger on the pulse of emerging technologies, Garman could steer AWS towards new frontiers such as edge computing, quantum computing, or AI-powered solutions, ensuring that we remain at the forefront of innovation.
Also, let's remember the importance of clear communication. Matt's emphasis on transparency and openness could lead to a new era of customer engagement, with more transparent communication around product roadmaps and development plans fostering more robust relationships with valued customers and partners.
But among all these changes, some things will likely remain the same. AWS's unwavering commitment to customer centricity, for instance, is a cornerstone of AWS's success and is unlikely to waver under Garman's leadership. Similarly, dedication to continuous innovation and a long-term vision for sustainable growth are values that will endure, driving us forward into the future.
Of course, there are uncertainties, too. Matt has not yet revealed the specifics of his growth strategies, and we are yet to see the impact of his leadership style on existing teams within AWS. But one thing is sure: transitioning to Matt Garman brings excitement and possibilities.
For those who know AWS well, what are your thoughts about this change?
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Former CEO at Amazon Web Services (AWS). Former President and CEO at Tableau.
After almost 15 combined years at AWS, I am going to be moving on. It has been a true privilege to help lead this business from pre-revenue to $100B annualized revenue. I’m humbled by the many customers who have said they wouldn’t be what they are without AWS, thankful to our many partners, and grateful to my passionate and innovative teammates. AWS will be in great hands with Matt and the incredible leadership team. I’m looking forward to taking some time off with family, while taking the opportunity to think about my next adventure!
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One of the BHAGs (𝘣𝘪𝘨 𝘩𝘢𝘪𝘳𝘺 𝘢𝘶𝘥𝘢𝘤𝘪𝘰𝘶𝘴 𝘨𝘰𝘢𝘭) for Ten10 in FY 2024 is to become an AWS Advanced Partner, ideally within the first half of the year. Thankfully, our fiscal year runs from May to April!
Become an Advanced Partner isn't easy; you need to hit specific targets across:
✅ Certifications
✅ Launched projects
✅ Recurring revenue
✅ Case studies
I opened my goal tracker this morning to see that we're 96% completed and on track to move up this month, and I'm excited.
Working with a growing, dedicated, niche AWS Partner could help you unlock access to incredible benefits and exceptional engineering talent, freeing up your team to focus on the right work and reducing cognitive load and isn't the typical consulting experience you probably expect 👀
Want to know more, let's talk 👋🏼
𝗢𝗵, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗱𝗼𝗻'𝘁 𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗶𝘁 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗺𝗲 - 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗵𝗮𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝗮𝘆 𝗮𝗳𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗖𝗹𝗼𝘂𝗱 𝗥𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗽. 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 ⬇️
Just back in Melbourne after a busy three days in Canberra at AWS Public Sector Symposium. I met up with as many of the AWS partners as I could and had a series of excellent meetings with AWS execs. My key takeaways:
1. Growth will continue. AWS is set to invest a further A$13Bn in Australia and NZ$8Bn in New Zealand.
2. Partners will create and deliver most of the service transformation in Public Sector.
3. Partners who have done a PTP (the partner transformation program we deliver for partners globally) massively outgrew those who had not. The difference was stark.
4. We're going to be busy. The appetite with AWS, partners, and leading distributors for PTP is huge.
I'm super pleased that our AI-driven go-to-market platform has been completely rebuilt from bottom to top with the help of AWS partners and that we've recruited and trained some of the sharpest minds in GTM process redesign across the world. Here we go.
Exciting news from AWS! 🚀 Adam Selipsky is stepping down as CEO, and Matt Garman will take over starting June 3rd. Read the full message from Andy Jassy and Adam here: [Link to article] #AWS#LeadershipUpdate#TechNews#CloudComputing
AWS Sourcing Recruiter I Human Dimensions of Organizations at the University of Texas at Austin
1moSo glad to get to see in you office!