On March 18th, 2024, Connecting Software witnessed a landmark moment that accentuated our global prominence and the integrity of our operations. It is with immense pride that we announce the official presentation of our CEO and founder, Thomas Berndorfer, as the new Honorary Consul of Austria in the Autonomous Region of Madeira.
The formal ceremony was presided over by the Austrian Ambassador to Portugal, Christoph Meran, and was attended by the Austrian delegation. This event marked the culmination of a year-long evaluation process, rigorously conducted through the scrutiny of both the Austrian and Portuguese parliaments and ultimately endorsed by the President of Austria.
Thomas Berndorfer's acceptance of the consulship reflects his extensive professional experience, trustworthiness, integrity and his profound ties to Madeira, his home since 2017. Completing its 20th anniversary this year, Connecting Software has established its largest development hub in Madeira, now serving more than 350,000 users worldwide.
Under his leadership, the company has grown into a trusted provider for customers with rigorous security requirements, including the House of Commons of Canada, the Department of Justice of Canada, and the Data Protection Commission of Ireland – just mentioning three out of one thousand customers.
This recognition from the highest offices demonstrates the alignment between Connecting Software's core values and the principles of trust and reliability. It is with a sense of completion and pride that we celebrate this acknowledgment of our commitment to upholding the highest standards of excellence and global cooperation.
Article written by Tanisha Jardim.