Vlad Shmunis
Vlad Shmunis is the founder and CEO of RingCentral, a leading provider of AI-first global enterprise cloud communications solutions. He has overseen the company's growth from its inception to a SaaS provider with over $2.2 billion in revenue, demonstrating his long-term vision and impact on the unified communications industry. Shmunis is recognized for his dedication to innovation and for fostering an inclusive environment at RingCentral. Vlad Shmunis founded Ring Zero Systems, pioneering desktop business communications software, which was later acquired by Motorola. In 1999, he co-founded RingCentral, leading its growth for 25 years to over $2 billion in revenue. Shmunis was recognized as Best CEO in Institutional Investor's 2020 and 2021 All-America Executive Team. He also received the World Economic Forum Technology Pioneer Award in 2008 and the Ellis Island Honors Society Award in 2021. Under his leadership, RingCentral has been a Gartner Magic Quadrant Leader for Unified Communications as a Service for 11 consecutive years. His vision continues to drive RingCentral's mission to deliver AI-powered cloud communications solutions globally.
Career Milestones
- Founded Ring Zero Systems, a pioneer in desktop business communications software, later acquired by Motorola.
- Co-founded RingCentral in 1999 and has led it for over 25 years, growing it to more than $2 billion in revenue.
- Recognized as Best CEO in Institutional Investor's 2020 and 2021 All-America Executive Team.
- Received the World Economic Forum Technology Pioneer Award in 2008 and the Ellis Island Honors Society Award in 2021.
- Led RingCentral to be named a Gartner Magic Quadrant Leader for Unified Communications as a Service for 11 consecutive years.
About RingCentral
RingCentral, founded in 1999, is a leading provider of AI-driven cloud business communications and contact center solutions. They help businesses of all sizes, including small businesses and large enterprises, modernize communications. Core features include message, video, phone (MVP) services, team messaging, video conferencing, and call management. Benefits include enhanced collaboration, flexibility for remote work, and cost savings.