G7 CR Technologies ropes in ex Microsoft executive Rajkumar Solomons as CEO for its Telecom Cloud Business in MEA Region

G7 CR Technologies announced the appointment of Rajkumar Solomons as its CEO to manage its Telecom Cloud division in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region. Solomons will lead the business in the MEA region and will focus on the company’s strategic growth strengthening the local team, partnerships, and innovation in the region.

Prior to joining G7 CR Technologies, Solomons was Director – Partner Marketing and Business Development at Microsoft. In his stint with Microsoft for over a decade, he has been instrumental in landing the global blueprint for the largest Cloud Channel. He has built strategic partnerships for Microsoft across Telcos, GSIs & MSPs to accelerate business transformation for customers. Prior to Microsoft, he has worked at KPMG, building IT Strategy and Cloud Consulting Practice amongst various other things.

Solomons is a seasoned professional with over 22 years of experience in IT/ITeS, Telecom, BFSI, Education, Travel & Transportation Domain, he has a proven track record in Business Leadership, Digital Transformation & Acceleration, Consulting Practice Development, Digital Marketing and Cloud Channel Development.

Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Christopher Richard, MD & Chief Cloud Architect, G7 CR Technologies India said, “It is an honour to have Solomons on board. He is a seasoned veteran in the industry with vast experience and insights in various domains including Cloud Practice Development, Cloud Channel Development, IT Strategy, Consulting etc. He will play an instrumental role in new business development, client management, strategic partnerships and assisting the company with its next growth phase in the MEA region. We are extremely proud to be associated with Solomons and look forward to working with him closely.”

Talking about taking up the new role, Rajkumar Solomons, said, “I’m grateful to Dr. Christopher Richard for entrusting me with this opportunity for both G7 CR Technologies and myself. This is such a pivotal time and leading the MEA region which is constantly evolving and creating a niche in the region is going to be exciting as well as a challenging role as it will push me to put in all my expertise to achieve new milestones. I look forward to contributing towards the phenomenal growth of our company.”

Key factors that are driving Telecom Cloud Market in the region include rapid digital transformation between industries increased significant data consumption, and increased internet & mobile device penetration.

The Telecom Cloud Division of G7 CR Technologies has been offering its services to top telecom companies and is expected to grow more with the global telecom cloud market expected to expand at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 19.9% from 2022 to 2030.

G7 CR Technologies which focuses on small and medium businesses, startups and the Independent Software Vendors has an annual turnover to the tune of $6,00,00,000/-. It is an Expert Azure Managed Services Partner driving cloud transformation across India and MEA region. The company provides cloud hosting services packaged with all related support services. The company has been recognised globally for its technical capabilities driving cloud success journeys for businesses from industry verticals such as Banking, Insurance, Manufacturing, Healthcare, PSUs, Education, Retail and IT.