Cloudforce Recognized as Microsoft 2025 Education Partner of the Year for Innovations in AI

Cloudforce Honored as Microsoft's 2025 Education Partner of the Year

National Harbor, Maryland – Cloudforce has been named Microsoft’s 2025 Education Partner of the Year, underscoring the significant difference its nebulaONE® platform has made in educational institutions around the world. This prestigious award highlights the company's unwavering commitment to providing equitable access to artificial intelligence (AI) solutions for students and educators alike.

Satya Nadella, Microsoft’s CEO, emphasized, "The real benchmark for AI progress is whether it makes a real difference in people's lives—in healthcare, education, and productivity." His remarks reflect a vision of AI not merely as a technological marvel but as a transformative tool that can enhance learning experiences and operational efficiencies in educational frameworks.

Cloudforce has emerged successfully from a competitive pool of over 500,000 Microsoft partners globally to secure this honor. The award speaks volumes about the experiences of institutions such as Oxford, the London Business School, the University of Maryland, and UCLA, all of which have witnessed first-hand how the strategic deployment of AI can positively shape educational outcomes. Today, more than 85 universities and academic medical centers are utilizing nebulaONE within the secure Microsoft Azure environment to ensure that millions attain significant advantages in their educational pursuits.

Key to this recognition is nebulaONE’s distinctive architecture. Unlike many public AI tools that risk exposing sensitive data for model training, nebulaONE ensures data remains secure and under the institution’s control. This approach complies with strict regulations like HIPAA, FERPA, and GDPR, while simultaneously providing access to advanced AI models from multiple leading providers, including OpenAI, Anthropic, and Meta.

Husein Sharaf, CEO of Cloudforce, remarked, "This award reflects the synergy between Microsoft and Cloudforce in delivering cutting-edge GenAI capabilities that benefit students worldwide." He elaborated that the story behind their technology is not just about the platform itself, but rather the tangible educational outcomes it fosters—personalized learning pathways, accelerated research initiatives, and optimized operational processes.

The company's commitment to maintaining a secure, private environment means that institutions can innovate freely without compromising on essential aspects like data privacy or compliance. With a plethora of new implementations slated for 2026, Cloudforce is set to enhance its mission of democratizing AI within educational and healthcare sectors, reaching various organizations worldwide.

Lee Wang, President and Chief Revenue Officer of Cloudforce, reiterated the necessity of balancing advanced AI capabilities with stringent security and compliance requirements. "This award acknowledges that we at Cloudforce deliver precisely what educational institutions need – a robust enterprise-grade AI platform that integrates seamlessly with their existing systems and datasets. It empowers users to engage with AI across a wide range of applications while maintaining robust security measures."

The human factor also plays a vital role in Cloudforce’s operations, where specialized staff assists institutions with everything from transformation management to platform integrations like Canvas, Fabric, and Copilot. This comprehensive support is what distinguishes Cloudforce from others in the industry who may not provide identical holistic outcomes.

To conclude, Nicole Dezen, Microsoft’s Chief Partner Officer, celebrated all 2025 Microsoft Partner of the Year nominees, remarking on their ability to leverage Microsoft’s Cloud and AI platforms for innovative solutions that shift the paradigm of education and beyond. Cloudforce’s recognition affirms the potential of technology when paired with a powerful vision, promoting a transformative educational landscape worldwide.

For more information on Cloudforce and its initiatives, visit www.gocloudforce.com and www.nebulaone.ai.