Itai Lahan is the Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Cloudinary, a leading media management platform that empowers companies to deliver rich media experiences. Lahan co-founded Cloudinary in January 2012 and has been instrumental in growing the company into a global leader in its field. With a deep background in software development and product management, he has successfully guided Cloudinary’s strategic direction and innovation.
Who is the CEO of Cloudinary?
Itai Lahan has a long-standing career in the technology and software development industries, with extensive experience in product management and leadership roles. Before founding Cloudinary, Lahan was the CEO of Ndivi and Co-Founder of Newsodrome, showcasing his entrepreneurial spirit and expertise in building successful technology ventures. His work at Cloudinary is particularly notable for advancing how companies manage and deliver digital media content, cementing his reputation as a visionary leader in the tech industry.
Work History
- Cloudinary: Co-Founder and CEO since January 2012
- Ndivi: CEO from May 2009 to December 2014
- Newsodrome: Co-Founder from January 2009 to January 2012
- Collactive: VP Product from July 2006 to January 2008
- Blue Security Ltd: Director of Product Management from December 2004 to July 2006
- IDF (Israel Defense Forces): Head of Software Development Section from August 2003 to October 2004
- IDF (Israel Defense Forces): Software Development Team Leader from August 2000 to August 2003
- IDF (Israel Defense Forces): Software Developer from August 1998 to August 2000
- Vigiltech Ltd: Software Developer from December 1998 to June 2001
- IBM: Software Developer from June 1996 to April 1997
Education History
Itai Lahan holds a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) degree in Computer Science from the Technion - Israel Institute of Technology, which he earned between August 1994 and August 1998. His solid foundation in computer science has played a crucial role in his ability to lead innovative tech companies and develop cutting-edge products.
When did Itai Lahan join Cloudinary?
Itai Lahan co-founded Cloudinary in January 2012 and has been serving as its CEO since then. His leadership has been pivotal in establishing Cloudinary as a major player in the media management space, driving the company’s growth and technological advancements over the past decade. Lahan's commitment to innovation continues to guide Cloudinary’s evolution as a leader in the industry.