The International Team Powering Almaden’s Cutting-Edge Digital Experience (DEX) Solutions
In today’s dynamic and challenging technology landscape, having a robust Digital Experience (DEX) solution is essential. However, it’s the expertise behind it that truly makes the difference. At Almaden, our greatest strength lies not only in the code of our software, but in the world-class intellectual capital that guides our vision and operations.
We are a global company at our core, with a leadership team that brings best practices, innovations, and validated strategies from the world’s most advanced technology hubs directly to the Brazilian market. This global expertise enables Almaden to deliver cutting-edge DEX solutions and elevate the digital experience of enterprises.
The Mind Behind the Innovation: Bob Kruger, Chief Product Officer with Silicon Valley and Microsoft DNA
At the heart of Almaden’s innovation is Bob Kruger, our Chief Product Officer (CPO). Bob’s career is a testament to his leadership capability and forward-thinking vision:
- 11 Years at Microsoft: During his tenure at the Redmond giant, Bob not only led systems management products but was also instrumental in creating industry standards like Web-Based Enterprise Management (WBEM) and the Common Information Model (CIM), which form of Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI). His contributions were so significant that he served as a technical reviewer for Bill Gates’ book, Business @ the Speed of Thought.
- Experience at Global Enterprises: After Microsoft, Bob gained senior-level experience at companies like Citrix Systems and BMC Software, and later led innovation for various Silicon Valley technology companies and a global e-commerce platforms at Tech Data Corporation.
- Founder and Strategist at Almaden: For over four years, Bob not only envisioned but also brought to life Collective IQ®, Almaden’s Digital Employee Experience Management (DEX) solution and its innovative AI capabilities. Under his leadership, the company achieved a remarkable feat: earning a spot in prestigious Forrester reports and the Gartner Magic Quadrant in under two years—a milestone of speed and quality rarely seen in the market.
- Connection with Brazil: Fluent in Portuguese, Bob is a very hands-on leader who directly oversees a distributed team, primarily based in Brazil, ensuring tight collaboration and innovation that address Brazilian market requirements.
Global Operational Excellence: Peter Stevens, CIO with 35+ Years of Experience at Giants like Vodafone
To turn innovation into tangible results, we rely on the expertise of Peter Stevens, our Chief Information Officer (CIO). Peter heads the operational backbone of Almaden, bringing:
- Over 35 Years of Enterprise Systems Management: His vast experience includes roles at multinational telecommunications companies like Vodafone and innovative software firms like NetIQ.
- Peter ran an international Systems Management consultancy for 15 years. Providing enhancements and consulting services for Microsoft System Center Operations Manager and NetIQ AppManager to enterprise customers in the UK, Europe, the United States and Nordic regions.
- Strategic and Practical Vision: Peter doesn’t just manage the IT department; he is responsible for aligning technology investments with the company’s business objectives. His role is crucial for predicting trends, driving innovation, and ensuring Almaden’s global operations run with excellence.
- Leadership in the UK: Based in Wales, Peter leads Almaden’s UK operations, strengthening our diverse, international character.
Why is Almaden's International Leadership a Decisive Advantage for the Brazilian Market?
Having a leadership team with such solid resumes is not a minor detail; it is the foundation of our value proposition for Brazil.
Access to the Latest Silicon Valley Innovations: Bob Kruger’s direct experience in the world’s most innovative startup ecosystem ensures that Almaden’s solutions incorporate the latest trends, such as Generative AI, before they become mainstream.
Proven Strategic Vision: The ability to have products recognized in leading reports, like the Gartner Magic Quadrant, in record time demonstrates rare strategic competence. This means Brazilian companies adopting our solutions are aligning themselves with a global standard of excellence.
Designing and deploying global solutions: Peter’s background is in designing, deploying and supporting systems management solutions for global finance, pharmaceutical and telecoms companies. These skills help shape our solutions with battle proven expertise.
Experience that Understands the Local Market: Bob’s fluency in Portuguese and his hands-on management of the Brazilian team break down the barrier between global innovation and local application. We don’t just “bring” a solution; we adapt, understand, and evolve it in sync with the specific needs of the Brazilian market.
World-Class Governance and Security: Peter Stevens’ experience in operations for companies such as Vodafone ensures that the IT infrastructure and governance behind our products adhere to the highest standards of security, efficiency, and reliability.
More Than Software, a Strategic Partnership with the Best in the World
At Almaden, we believe true innovation is born from the combination of global vision and local execution. Our leaders, Bob Kruger and Peter Stevens, personify this principle. They are not just executives on an organizationl chart; they are minds and spirit that have shaped and continue to shape the future of digital experience management worldwide.
By choosing Almaden, you are not just acquiring a DEX tool. You are establishing a strategic partnership with a team that thinks and acts globally, bringing your company the most modern and effective solutions, backed by the credibility and experience only a team with backgrounds at Microsoft, Silicon Valley, and Vodafone can offer.
