Veeam Software appoints Eclipse PR as communications partner in South Africa

JOHANNESBURG – Veeam Software, the global leader in Backup that delivers Cloud Data Management™, has appointed the rapidly growing Eclipse PR as its communications partner in South Africa. Eclipse PR will manage and execute Veeam’s public relations and communications objectives in South Africa and the rest of Africa.

Veeam, founded in 2006, has offices in more than 30 countries with over 365,000 customers worldwide, including 81% of the Fortune 500 and 66% of the Global 2000 companies. Being the leader in Cloud Data Management, the Veeam platform helps hundreds of thousands of companies manage their data, backup and recovery to keep their businesses running.

Eclipse PR’s managing director in Johannesburg Cheryl Reddy says the agency is delighted to have been entrusted with the multinational’s communications objectives, and that the business is equal to the task. “Collectively, our Corporate Centre of Excellence in Johannesburg enjoys a wealth of experience and knowledge of the industry and in line with our business philosophy of retain and grow of both our clients and employees, we are well-poised to increase Veeam’s share of voice and drive their visibility in the local and continental landscape.”

Kate Mollet, Veeam’s regional manager for Africa, says the appointment of Eclipse PR follows the company’s intention to enjoy agile, effective communications with the market, their partners and customers. “Businesses are increasingly reliant on their digital infrastructure – more than ever before and so the need to communicate effectively with them is vital. Along with its reputation for excellence, Eclipse PR has demonstrated a thorough understanding of our business environment and our needs and so we look forward to a long and satisfying relationship.”