Helsinki, Finland, April 7, 2025 – Tuxera, the global leader in ultra-reliable data solutions for critical workloads, is pleased to announce the appointment of Steffan Schumacher as the company’s new Chief Executive Officer.

With a proven track record of leading global organizations through periods of growth and transformation, Schumacher brings extensive experience to Tuxera, having previously held senior leadership roles at growth companies including Microsoft, Qt Group, Citrix and Efecte. His deep expertise across several key markets served by Tuxera’s customers, coupled with his strong understanding of evolving data demands, will be pivotal in shaping Tuxera’s innovation strategy and accelerating its next phase of growth.

A vision for data-driven innovation

As industries become increasingly software-defined, data is emerging as the critical force behind business transformation. From software-defined vehicles to smart meters, emergency services communication devices, and even the International Space Station, Tuxera’s technology is at the heart of mission-critical applications. Leading organizations across the globe, such as Motorola Solutions, LG Electronics, National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), Rockwell Automation, and Siemens, rely on Tuxera to power their innovation and accelerate their success.

Tuxera’s cutting-edge solutions enable businesses to focus on their core competencies with confidence, knowing their data is in safe hands. The company’s technology ensures the highest levels of performance, security, and control in even the most demanding environments. Under Schumacher’s leadership, Tuxera is aiming for a bold target: to reach €100 million in revenue within this decade, continuing to expand its presence in the global data solutions market.

Schumacher’s leadership to shape the future

Heikki Mäkijärvi, Chair of the Board of Tuxera, remarked: “Steffan’s profound understanding of industries critical to Tuxera’s growth and his extensive leadership experience make him the ideal person to lead us into the next chapter. Tuxera has been at the forefront of data innovation, and with Steffan at the helm, we are confident his bold vision will continue to redefine the data landscape.”

Steffan Schumacher, newly appointed CEO of Tuxera, commented: “As industries evolve and become increasingly software-driven, data is the key to unlocking new potential for innovation and success. Whether in automotive, industrial IoT, or aerospace and defense, data is powering everything from smarter driving experiences to enhanced safety systems. At Tuxera, my goal is not only to guide our customers through this data revolution but also to position Tuxera as the global leader in this space. We are on an exciting journey to scale Tuxera from €25 to €100 million in revenue, and I’m thrilled to lead the company in achieving this vision and driving our growth to the forefront of the global data solutions market.”

A strong foundation for future growth

Tuxera has long been a trusted partner to some of the world’s most influential technology companies. As the sole provider of a fully Microsoft-licensed, high-availability, cloud-scale Server Message Block (SMB) solution, Tuxera’s Fusion SMB continues to transform enterprise storage for a variety of industries. Microsoft exFAT by Tuxera, Microsoft NTFS by Tuxera, and Tuxera Fusion SMB are at the core of billions of devices worldwide—spanning automotive infotainment systems, smart TVs, cloud computing and more.

Beyond market-defining support for industry standards, Tuxera’s mission-critical software portfolio offers a robust foundation for customer success. Tuxera Nitro and Tuxera Edge file systems for high-reliability data storage, and comprehensive networking stacks that enable seamless connectivity contribute resilience, performance, and security across a wide variety of applications — from the phone in your pocket, to the vehicles you drive, the computers you use, the factories they’re built in, and the data centers they connect to — all the way up to the planes overhead and the spacecraft above them. Tuxera is a well-kept secret — and it’s everywhere.

With Schumacher’s leadership, Tuxera is poised to continue building on this foundation, driving forward innovation, and empowering businesses to meet the demands of an increasingly data-centric world. The company’s ambitious goals represent a significant milestone in its growth trajectory, and with Schumacher’s expertise, Tuxera is well-positioned to accelerate its success in the years ahead.