Applaudo's Journey: From Startup to Global Tech Leader

Our Story

From a bold vision to industry leadership, Applaudo crafts transformative digital solutions that empower global businesses.

Our Timeline

Explore Applaudo's journey from 2013 to today: milestones, innovations, and growth that shaped us into a leading force in digital transformation and client success worldwide.

2013

Founded by Darwin Romero and Jose Giammattei, our first office opens in El Salvador promoting transformational code.

2014

We expand operations to meet growing demand with 10 team members.

2015

We double in size and reach 22 team members.

2016

We launch an awareness campaign with Salvadoran universities to support growth and adopt the motto “Code That Changes Lives”

Our Leadership Team

Jose GiammatteiCo-Founder

Scott KenyonCo-Founder

César BendeckChief Executive Officer

Jaime GarcíaChief Operating Officer

Juan José PerezChief Financial Officer

Gabriela RivasChief of Stategy

Jorge OrtízChief Information Officer

Katina KenyonBusiness Development Partner

Romeo ReyesVP of Customer Success

Jose ArévaloHead of Legal Affairs

Rosario ZavaletaHead of People Experience

Karla RivasHead of Communications and Corporate Affairs

Our Journey

We began our journey with 15 team members in El Salvador. Today, we have grown into a globally distributed company, operating in over 20 countries across the Americas, Europe, and Asia. For more than a decade, we've seamlessly integrated people, processes, and technologies to serve many of the world's most admired brands.

11+Years

159%CAGR

200+Projects

Established in2013in El Salvador

27+Countries

800+Team Members

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Our Recognitions

Top Leading Company in Innovation in El Salvador and the Region - 2024

Applaudo proudly earns Summa Magazine's 2024 "Top Leading Company in Innovation" award for El Salvador and the region. This recognition highlights Applaudo's commitment to pioneering tech solutions and driving transformative growth across Latin America.