Paul Wollner

Brief Motivation

Paul Wollner is a visionary technology leader with an entrepreneurial spirit, driven by a relentless passion for building innovative, scalable, and resilient digital infrastructure. With over 28 years of experience in the ISP and cloud computing sectors, he thrives on transforming technical challenges into business opportunities, consistently delivering solutions that drive revenue growth and operational excellence. His ability to pioneer groundbreaking products from custom cloud services to automated billing systems reflects his commitment to pushing technological boundaries while maintaining a customer-centric approach. Paul Is motivated by the opportunity to leverage his extensive expertise in network engineering, team leadership, and strategic business development to empower SMEs and large enterprises alike. His track record of building profitable ventures from the ground up, combined with his hands-on technical prowess, positions him as a catalyst for digital transformation in Africa’s evolving tech landscape.

Professional Background

Paul Wollner Is a seasoned Chief Executive Officer and Chief Technical Officer with a distinguished career spanning nearly three decades in the internet services and cloud computing industries. As the CEO of Africa on Cloud (Pty) ltd, he spearheaded the company’s growth from a startup to a profitable entity within three years, achieving 100% year-on-year revenue growth through organic client acquisition and the development of scalable cloud solutions tailored for SMEs. Under his leadership, the company established a robust network across multiple South African data canters and a global footprint, offering alternatives to AWS and Azure with a focus on affordability and reliability.

Previously, as CTO of SEACOM (formerly MacroL.an), Paul engineered transformative innovations that generated 90% of annual gross revenue, including a custom SMS gateway, automated billing systems, and a Tier 1 ISP infrastructure with zero unscheduled downtime In 2016, His technical ingenuity shines through projects like a bespoke VoIP solution that reduced client costs by 40% and a dynamic ONS tool that secured long-term customer retention. Paul’s early career included roles at MWEB, IOL, and Siemens, where he honed his skills in programming, network design, and systems administration.