NEW CONTENT

In today’s new content segment, Eli Aleyner, Head of Technical Alliances at Docker (and previous Co-Founder), shares a remarkable journey through the tech industry, emphasizing his extensive experience in both large tech companies like Amazon and Microsoft, and the startup ecosystem in Canada.

With a deep commitment to developers and a keen understanding of the cloud and platform business, Eli co-founded Atomic Jar, a company focused on developer tools, which was eventually acquired by Docker.

In a recent fireside chat, Eli discussed his career decisions, the importance of community, and the strategic moves that led to the success of Atomic Jar.

Key Points and Takeaways

• The importance of networking and how engaging in the local ecosystem helped his success

• Adapting to various roles and aligning with industry trends

• Why founders should consider the right timing to take risks in their careers

• The importance of great co-founder dynamics and it’s crucial role in a startup's evolving environment

• The challenges of selling to developers, particularly in balancing product appeal with the needs of enterprise budgets

• Creating a successful product-market fit

• The importance of visibility and strategic investor relationships.

• The art of an acquisition strategy

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PARTNER CONTENT

Founders often steal the spotlight, but we’re teaming up with Humi to shine a well-deserved light on tech’s unsung heroes—the brilliant operators behind the scenes.

We invite you to nominate the standout leaders in Finance, Operations, or HR roles within the tech industry. Let’s come together to celebrate their remarkable contributions.

Why nominate someone?

• Peer Recognition: Acknowledge the hard work of your colleagues, giving them the recognition they deserve and a morale boost.

• Champion Excellence: Elevate the stars in your network, setting a new standard of excellence for everyone to aspire to.

• Enhance Company Reputation: Show the world that your company is home to award-winning talent, boosting your brand’s prestige.

• Advance Your Career: Demonstrate your eye for talent and leadership, which can positively reflect on your career trajectory.

• An Exclusive Invite: If your nominee is selected, you will be extended an invite to join this exclusive celebration (by invite only)

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