Cloud for Good Transforms with Salesforce Investment and New Leadership to Enhance Impact

In a groundbreaking announcement, Cloud for Good, a prominent partner of Salesforce, has reached two significant milestones that promise to reshape its journey and expand its influence in the nonprofit and educational sectors. The company, known for its dedication to using technology for good, has secured an investment from Salesforce, along with appointing Nara Henderson as its new Chief Revenue Officer. Together, these developments mark an exciting chapter for Cloud for Good, positioning it for transformative growth and reinforcing its mission to support organizations focused on positive change.

Nara Henderson Joins as Chief Revenue Officer

Nara Henderson brings with her a wealth of experience, having previously led successful go-to-market initiatives across various sectors, including nonprofit, higher education, and healthcare at her former company, Traction on Demand. Most recently, she served as Regional Vice President at Salesforce, where she was instrumental in helping global financial services firms leverage AI-driven customer relationship management (CRM) to enhance digital transformation.

Upon joining Cloud for Good, Henderson expressed her enthusiasm for the opportunity: "I'm deeply honored to join Cloud for Good at such a pivotal moment in its journey. With strong backing from both Tailwind Capital and Salesforce, and the extraordinary talent of our team, we are poised to amplify our impact, deliver unprecedented value to clients, and shape the future of digital and AI engagement for our trusted clients and prospects."

Strategic Investments for Greater Impact

The investment from Salesforce is a significant milestone, demonstrating the tech giant's confidence in Cloud for Good’s vision and capabilities. Alongside this financial support, Tommie Fern, Executive Vice President of SLED Sales at Salesforce, has been named a board observer, emphasizing Salesforce’s commitment to Cloud for Good’s mission and future.

Fern shared his excitement about this partnership, commenting, "I'm thrilled to join as a board observer at this exciting inflection point and help the company as it expands its global impact, strengthens its partnerships, and continues delivering transformative value to the nonprofit and higher education sectors."

Cloud for Good's Vision and Goals

Tal Frankfurt, the Founder and CEO of Cloud for Good, affirmed the company's commitment to achieving a balance between profitability and purpose. He stated, "We are proof that companies can do well while doing good. With the launch of our global delivery hub in India, the backing of Tailwind Capital and Salesforce, and Nara's visionary leadership, we are accelerating toward our goal of being among the most impactful Salesforce partners."

The substantial investment will enable Cloud for Good to enhance its service offerings, expand its reach, and strengthen its ability to serve the growing needs of mission-driven organizations. The new global delivery hub in India is part of this strategy. It will not only enable cost-effective service delivery but also tap into the pool of skilled professionals who can extend Cloud for Good’s capabilities.

Leadership Insights

Gurvendra Suri, Executive Chairman of Cloud for Good and Operating Executive with Tailwind Capital, acknowledged the strategic importance of this partnership. He emphasized, "Salesforce's backing, combined with Tailwind Capital's recent investment and Nara's proven leadership in scaling customer impact creates an incredible foundation for us to accelerate innovation, expand globally, and deepen our role as one of the most trusted Salesforce partners for mission-driven institutions."

Conclusion

With these exciting developments, Cloud for Good is not only poised for growth but is also dedicated to creating a more significant impact in the nonprofit and education sectors. As they leverage the support from Salesforce and the strategic leadership of Nara Henderson, their trajectory towards facilitating transformation for organizations that aim to change the world promises to be inspiring. The future looks bright for Cloud for Good, as they continue their mission to empower those devoted to making a difference in society.