Jens Klasen Technology Evangelist
Next-Generation Architecture
I bridge strategic vision with technical implementation. With over 25 years of experience in the IT industry, I help organizations adopt modern private cloud infrastructure and AI-driven software solutions — delivering sustainable competitive advantages, digital sovereignty, and future-proof architectures.
25+
Years Experience
30+
Certifications
10x
vExpert
About Me
Technology Evangelist with over 25 years of experience in the IT industry. I am passionate about connecting strategic vision with technical excellence. My drive is making complex technologies tangible and inspiring people to embrace innovation — whether in conversations with decision-makers, technical workshops, or on the big stage.
Personal
- Born May 1978
- Married since 2017, father of a daughter (2015) and a son (2018)
- My guiding values: Structure, Foresight, and Responsibility
Passions & Engagement
Animal Protection ↗
Active in fawn rescue (Kitzrettung Rheinhessen) — every year we save dozens of fawns from mowing deaths. Engaged hunter with a personal reserve since 2014, focused on sustainable conservation and ecological balance.
Fitness
Regularly exploring the Rheinhessen region and beyond by eBike. Staying fit with LesMills Bodypump and Apple Fitness+. For a unique balance to office life: Sports Chanbara — Japanese sword fighting.
Music
Metalcore, Death Metal, Nordic Folk — FAUN, Wardruna, Heilung.
Archaeology
Deep fascination with early civilizations and their achievements. The Nebra Sky Disk and the Shaman of Bad Dürrenberg are prime examples of how advanced our ancestors already were.
Technology
Tech enthusiast at home too: smart home automation, own photovoltaic system with battery storage, and fully electric mobility. Technology should make life simpler and more sustainable.
Career
My professional journey
Software Solutions Company
Technology Evangelist
Since January 2025 at an established software company (est. 1997) with over 12 years of experience in AI and container technology. As Technology Evangelist, I communicate the benefits of modern private cloud infrastructure — from digital sovereignty and performance to compliance and avoiding vendor lock-in. I guide customers on their journey to future-proof IT architectures.
Transformation & Innovation
Solution Architect
Guiding organizations through modernization of existing application landscapes. Key areas: agile DevOps methodologies, integrating AI/ML into existing processes, and bridging IT and OT (Operational Technology) for holistic digitalization.
IT Manufacturer
Solution Architect
Over a decade of experience as Solution Architect at leading IT manufacturers. Designing and implementing solution architectures for enterprise customers — positioning IT as a strategic business enabler rather than just a cost center.
Career Start
IT Specialist (IHK Certified)
The foundation: IT specialist training with IHK certification. Building deep technical expertise in Microsoft Windows infrastructure, storage systems, and virtualization — the bedrock for a career at the intersection of technology and business.
Certifications & Awards
Validated expertise and community engagement
Strategic Focus: AI & Modern Cloud
- VMware Certified Professional - VMware Cloud Foundation 9 Administrator
- NVIDIA-Certified Associate: AI Infrastructure and Operations
- Broadcom Partner: Certified Expert - VMware Cloud Foundation
- Broadcom Partner: Proven Professional - VMware vSphere Foundation
- Broadcom Partner: Proven Professional - NSX
- AWS Partner: Sales Accreditation
Community Engagement & Recognition
- ⭐ VMUG Innovation in Leadership Award (2024)
- ⭐ VMware vExpert PRO (2026, 2025, 2024)
- 🏅 VMUG Volunteer Leader (2026, 2025, 2024, 2023)
- ⭐ VMware vExpert (2017–2026 (10x in Folge))
- 🏅 VMware vExpert vSAN (2024, 2019, 2018, 2017)
- 🏅 Dell EMC CTO Ambassador (2017)
Fundamental Certifications
- VCP 9 / VCP-Cloud / VCP 5-DCV / VCP 4 / VCP 3
- VCAP4-DCA
- VCI: VMware Certified Instructor
- DCSA: DataCore Certified Solutions Architect
- ITIL Foundation
- MCSE (Windows 2000), MCSA (Windows 2003)
- MCTS (4 Zertifizierungen), MCP 2.0
Hunting
Responsibility and Strategic Stewardship
Since 2014, I manage my own hunting reserve in Rheinhessen. For me, hunting is far more than a hobby — it is a lived responsibility for nature and wildlife. The focus is on ecological stewardship, sustainable wildlife population management, and habitat preservation. Additionally, I volunteer with Kitzrettung Rheinhessen, where we use drones and thermal imaging to save young fawns from mowing deaths.
Conservation
Species Protection
Tradition
Nature Connection
Contact
Looking to accelerate innovative technology adoption, future-proof your IT architecture, or inspire your teams to embrace new technologies? Let's start a conversation — I look forward to hearing from you.