Americo Simoes

About Americo Simoes

As Co-Founder of The Cloud Circle, I am committed to revolutionizing cloud consumption for SMBs in Brazil and the US. With expertise in cloud computing, channel partnerships, and cross-functional team leadership, I am focused on building a loyalty platform that transforms cloud spend into redeemable points for exclusive corporate benefits. With over 15 years of experience, including roles at Intel, I have honed skills in partner marketing, business development, and strategic planning. My mission is to empower businesses by making cloud usage more strategic, visible, and rewarding, while fostering collaboration and innovation within the cloud ecosystem.

Experience

1. Co-founder CEO

   The Cloud Circle

   Aug 2025 — Present · Austin, TX, US

   After 16 transformative years at Intel, where I led strategy, partner ecosystems, and operational rigor across global markets, I’m stepping into a new chapter.I’ve co-founded The Cloud Circle, a loyalty platform that turns cloud spend (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) into redeemable points for exclusive corporate benefits.Our goal: Make cloud consumption strategic, visible, and rewarding for SMBs in Brazil and the US.We’re building a frictionless rewards ecosystem that empowers partners, drives smarter spend, and elevates the cloud experience for every stakeholder.Intel taught me scale, precision, and the power of enablement. Now, I’m channeling that into a movement that puts Midmarket companies at the center of the cloud economy.

Education

• Trevisan Escola de Negócios

  BS, Accounting

  2007 — 2008

• Universidade Presbiteriana Mackenzie

  BS, Business Administration

  2001 — 2004

• ESPM

  Master, Digital Marketing and Communication

  2017 — 2018

• Malvern House International

  English

  2008 — 2009