Securing non-deterministic systems

What a year it’s been at Cloudsmith. As we look back on 2024, it’s hard not to feel a sense of pride - and even a little awe - at how far we’ve come. From a scrappy startup to a trusted partner for some of the biggest names in the world, this year has been a turning point, both for our company and the people who make it special.

In this video, our CEO, Glenn Weinstein, reflects on the highs, the challenges, and the moments that defined this year for us. Here’s a little glimpse into what made 2024 unforgettable.

Coffee with Cloudsmith 2024

Growing Up Without Losing Who We Are 🌱🏢

We’ve doubled our count of Cloudsmithers in 2024! It’s exciting, of course, but also a little bittersweet. It’s harder to fit everyone into a room these days - we’d need a really big room! - and keeping up with all the new names can be a challenge. But growth means something important: we’re helping more people, solving bigger problems, and making a real difference for our customers.

Our mission hasn’t changed - to make developers’ lives easier. What’s shifted is our focus. Over the past 18 months, we’ve zeroed in on enterprises, especially those with massive teams using countless tools, languages, and formats. Cloudsmith’s strength is bringing all that chaos together in one place, making it simpler, faster, and more secure to build great software.

A Team That Feels Like Family 👩‍💻👨‍💻❤️

One of the things that sets Cloudsmith apart is the people. Early on, we were all generalists - pitching in wherever we were needed. But this year, we’ve started to mature, hiring specialists with deep expertise who can push us to the next level.

And while our roots are firmly in Belfast, where Cloudsmith began, we’ve expanded to Dublin, London, other locations around Ireland and the UK, as well as India and the United States, too. Belfast, though, holds something special - it’s become home for many of us, including our New York-born CEO, Glenn Weinstein.

Glenn, who splits his time between the U.S. and Belfast, shares in the video how much he’s come to love the city. “There’s something about walking the streets of Belfast, grabbing dinner, or just soaking up the atmosphere that makes you feel welcome,” he says. “As someone from New York, I never imagined Belfast would feel like home, but it truly does.”

Even though we’re a remote-first team, we believe in the magic of in-person connection. That’s why we bring everyone together three times a year for offsites in Belfast. Those few days - full of laughs, ideas, and even a pint or two - are what fuel the trust and camaraderie that make Cloudsmith such a unique place to work.

For our Engineering team, 2024 has been a year of transformation. What used to be a single team now includes specialized squads like Bytebusters, Sentinel, Platform, and Kronos. These groups allow us to go deeper into what we’re building, whether it’s improving security, expanding formats, or creating a sleek new web app that’s already winning over customers.

Looking ahead to 2025, the roadmap is ambitious - and that’s putting it mildly. From digital signatures to advanced policy management tools, we’re diving headfirst into solving some of the biggest challenges in the software supply chain. It’s a big task, but one we’re excited to tackle.

If there’s one thing that’s really hit home this year, it’s this: our customers don’t just need great software - they need a partner. As we’ve worked with Global 2000 and Fortune 500 companies, we’ve realized that onboarding isn’t just about flipping a switch. It’s about walking alongside them, helping them adapt, and making sure every team - whether it’s five people or 500 - feels supported.

This has been a game-changer for us. We’re not just delivering a product; we’re building relationships. And those relationships? They’re built on trust, understanding, and a commitment to helping our customers succeed.

As we close out 2024, we feel like we’re just getting started. Yes, we’ve grown. Yes, we’ve achieved incredible things. But our dreams are bigger than ever. Glenn Weinstein puts it perfectly: “Cloudsmith isn’t just a feature or a niche. We’re building something foundational, something that will change how enterprises everywhere manage their software supply chains.”

We believe Cloudsmith can be a cornerstone for enterprises - a platform that simplifies, secures, and transforms how software is built. We’re still on the journey, still learning, still growing. And we’re so grateful to everyone who’s been part of it - our team, our customers, and our community.

Watch the video above to hear more from Glenn Weinstein about this incredible year and what’s ahead. And if you’re curious about how Cloudsmith can help your team, we’d love to show you.

Here’s to 2025 and everything it holds. Let’s build it together. 💪✨

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A Year to Remember: Cloudsmith’s Journey Through 2024 🚀🌍