Courage, Connection, and Growth: Reflections from Tuxera Kickoff

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Joining Tuxera just a month before our company-wide kickoff gave me a front-row seat to something truly special — the energy and alignment that come from bringing our entire global team together around a shared purpose. It also gave me a deep appreciation for Tuxera’s company culture — where courage connection, and growth drive everything we do.

We brought together over 100 colleagues from around the world to explore where we’re headed as a company: our ambitious growth plans, how we’ll get there, and how we’ll continue to build and strengthen our teams along the way. But more than anything, the kickoff reminded me that our people and culture are at the very core of everything we do.

Our Growth Story Is a People Story

Across the two days of strategy sessions, we explored what ambitious growth really means for Tuxera’s future — and how we can achieve it together as a one united team. From product innovation and go-to-market excellence to strengthening our teams, one theme kept coming through: Our growth story is a people story.

Every discussion, every idea, every insight reflected the power of our people — their collaboration, creativity, and drive to make Tuxera stronger every day. This people-first mindset is what defines careers at Tuxera.

Courage Over Comfort: Shaping Our Culture for the Future

One of the most meaningful sessions was our cultural discussion on “Choosing Courage over Comfort”  and reflecting on Tuxera’s values. We reflected on what it means to choose courage — to step outside of our comfort zone, speak up, take ownership, and make bold moves even when it’s not easy. As we continue to grow, this mindset will help us stretch beyond what’s familiar, challenge ourselves to innovate, and support each other in doing the same.

This is what makes Tuxera company culture so unique — we’re building an inclusive, courageous, and growth-minded workplace where people feel empowered to take the lead.

Recognizing and Celebrating Our People

Among the many highlights of the week was the Tuxera Awards Gala, where we came together to celebrate exceptional teams and individuals from across our global organization.

Through awards recognizing customer excellence, collaboration, innovation, leadership, and growth, we honored those who embody our values and make a lasting impact every day.

From bridge-builders and innovators to inspiring leaders and teams driving customer success, each story reflected what makes Tuxera´s people and culture special – grounded in courage, innovation, collaboration, and a deep dedication to our customers’ success.

Recognition at Tuxera goes beyond applause; it’s an essential part of how we value, motivate, and support our people as we continue to grow together.

Looking Ahead

Leaving the kickoff, I felt both proud and inspired — proud of how our teams have brought us to where we are today and inspired by the ambition that lies ahead. We’re stepping into the next chapter of Tuxera’s growth with courage, clarity, and a relentless focus on driving customer success.

The future of Tuxera is bright — and it’s being built by every single one of us.

Karoliina Reuna

The author is the VP of People & Culture at Tuxera