Work in a way that makes you better at thinking and solving real problems

Introduce yourself in a few sentences..

My name is Ivo Zimbilev and I am a managing partner and CEO at Cloud Office – a Google Premier partner focused on innovation and long-term value for business. My career has passed through Telenor, Sutherland and Google, which gave me insight into different models of leadership and sustainable growth. Today my focus is on how to unlock real business potential through cloud technologies, both for clients and for the people in the team.

Tell us about the philosophy and values of the company you currently represent?

In the company, we believe in results and in the people behind them. We work with the clear logic that success comes to those who act responsibly. And when something doesn’t work, we have the courage to change it. I also believe that everyone in the team is a representative of the brand - with their behavior, their decisions, and the way they communicate with clients and partners. This culture of responsibility and engagement is what drives us forward.

How long have you been developing your current company? What are the most valuable lessons that the events of this period have taught you?

We have been developing the company for five years, during which we went through many technological and market cycles. The most valuable lesson? That in a dynamic environment, quick action is just as important as a good strategy. The balance between analytical thinking and business instinct is built with experience and becomes a key factor for making timely decisions.

If you personally had to write a job advertisement, how would you attract the attention of a future employee?

If you are looking for a place where you not only work but grow, this happens every day with us. We don’t have “interns for show,” there are no “experts just by business card,” here you are part of real projects that solve real technological challenges for companies of all sizes and industries.

You will work with clients who expect the best, and you will provide it to them, along with a team of talented and ambitious people. You will develop skills that are not only in demand today but will be critical tomorrow – in cloud architectures, DevOps, security, data, and artificial intelligence.

But perhaps the most valuable thing is that you will be in a company where your efforts are noticed and success is shared. If you want to grow quickly, to work meaningfully, and to participate in building something great, come join us.

What does your company do to organize a constructive and beneficial working environment for everyone? Do people in the team need to be friends?

We do not believe that people necessarily need to be friends, but we believe in respect and trust. It’s nice when people understand each other even outside of tasks, because it makes working easier, especially in our dynamic environment. An informal, human tone helps a lot, as it removes unnecessary tension and gives space for ideas.

What makes you enjoy going to work? How do you handle difficult and stressful moments?

I get energized when we work on complex cases that others avoid. We have clients with very high demands, and when we manage to solve a problem that truly transforms their business, it is a huge satisfaction.

We work with companies that require quick and accurate reactions and this keeps us in shape. In difficult moments, I rely on open conversation with the team and focus on the solution, not the problem. Panic never helps.

What work model does your company adhere to – office or remote? What do you think about the possibility of offering options for flexible working hours, within which employees have greater freedom to balance their personal and work commitments?

We work hybrid and believe in flexibility when it is combined with responsibility. What keeps us together is the clear goal and the culture of trust. We do not watch the clock, but we look at results. If you are responsible and communicate, your freedom does not interfere with anyone. On the contrary, it even helps.

How do the continuous global technological changes affect your business?

They are our engine. Every new wave in AI, cloud technologies, or security opens new opportunities to create value for clients. We do not just follow innovations, but strive to be among the first to turn them into working solutions with real applications. Our clients expect us to always be one step ahead, so we literally grow together with change.

How important is hierarchy and what does it mean to you? What kind of communication do you advocate in your company?

Hierarchy makes sense if it gives you direction, not if it stops you. In our company, people speak freely, regardless of their position. We talk directly, but with respect. If something is not right, we say it. The more naturally and openly conversations flow, the faster real challenges are resolved.

What is your career advice for all people who are building a strategy for their professional development?

Work in a way that makes you better at thinking and at solving real problems. Be independent, but not individualists. Be able to make decisions, take responsibility, and admit your mistakes, so you don’t repeat them. And don’t forget that the people you work with are often more important than the work itself.