May 2022 Summaries

Vultr Kubernetes Engine (VKE) has been launched as a generally available service, allowing users to create fully managed Kubernetes clusters across 24 global locations quickly. This service simplifies the typically complex and time-consuming process of setting up Kubernetes by leveraging Vultr's cloud infrastructure, offering a CNCF Certified Conformant service that ensures easy deployment and management of Kubernetes applications. Vultr introduces a cost-effective approach by providing a free control plane, contrasting with other providers who charge substantial fees, and users only pay for the resources they actually use. To complement VKE, a new globally available Block Storage (HDD) product is introduced, enabling the attachment of large persistent storage to Kubernetes clusters and VMs, catering to applications with less demanding disk I/O requirements. The service provides an opportunity for developers, businesses, and enterprises to explore Kubernetes affordably and efficiently.

Vultr, an independent cloud provider with the largest global footprint, spanning five continents and 25 locations, has been recognized as a 2022 Stevie American Business Awards Bronze Honoree in the Achievement in Growth category. This accolade highlights Vultr's rapid expansion and success in the cloud industry, achieved through a self-funded, bootstrapped approach. Competing against over 230 organizations in a rigorous three-month judging process, Vultr stood out for its exceptional performance in the independent cloud sector, boasting a global presence 2.5 times larger than its competitors. The Stevie Awards celebrate organizations worldwide for their outstanding workplace performances, with Vultr being acknowledged as a leader in adapting to industry challenges and workforce needs.

David Aninowsky, Founder & Executive Chairman of Vultr, and J.J. Kardwell, the company's CEO, have been named finalists for the 2022 Florida Entrepreneur Of The Year® award by Ernst & Young LLP (EY US), an accolade that recognizes entrepreneurs who contribute to building a more equitable and sustainable world. Vultr, established by Aninowsky in 2014, has achieved over $125 million in annual recurring revenue without equity financing, a testament to its robust growth and innovation in cloud infrastructure. Both leaders attribute this recognition to their dedicated team, whose efforts have enabled Vultr to operate 25 cloud data centers globally while maintaining a focus on high-performance and user-friendly cloud solutions. Winners of the Entrepreneur Of The Year Florida award will be selected by a panel of independent judges and announced on June 23, 2022.