Why the CEO of Barracuda Networks likes Ann Arbor's talent pool
Inside the Barracuda Networks office in Ann Arbor.
Melanie Maxwell | AnnArbor.com file photo
Jenkins, who projects Barracuda could top $300 million in revenue this year, said it’s easier — and less expensive — to hire in the Ann Arbor market.
"It is much easier for us to find the type of people we need there," Jenkins told the Silicon Valley Business Journal. "We are a relatively small fish in a big pond in Silicon Valley. In Michigan we are one of the only fish in that pond."
Barracuda recently completed a major expansion when it relocated from Depot Street to Maynard Street in downtown Ann Arbor. The company has been hiring several employees each month and now employs more than 200 people in Ann Arbor. Jenkins is also looking for a larger office in Silicon Valley.
Lizzy Alfs is a business reporter for AnnArbor.com. Reach her at 734-623-2584 or email her at lizzyalfs@annarbor.com. Follow her on Twitter at http://twitter.com/lizzyalfs.
Comments
Basic Bob
Sun, Jan 20, 2013 : 4:38 a.m.
It's easier to find a better job in Silicon Valley without moving. In Ann Arbor, you're at the top of the food chain, which leads to employment security for the employer.
Kai Petainen
Sat, Jan 19, 2013 : 2:25 p.m.
this is a really good point in the article... ""It costs 1.5 to 2 times more per employee in Silicon valley than in Ann Arbor.""
Kai Petainen
Sat, Jan 19, 2013 : 4:52 a.m.
is the photo from the 2nd floor of the old borders?
Linda Peck
Fri, Jan 18, 2013 : 11:17 p.m.
This is great news for the talented people of Ann Arbor looking for a job in this industry.