Yves Laurent Sandfort

Yves Sandfort is CEO and Partner at the comdivision group, a global consultancy renowned for its deep expertise in cloud architecture and enterprise IT transformation. With over 30 years of experience in the IT industry, Yves has helped shape strategic technology initiatives for enterprises and service providers across Europe and North America, specialising in private, public, and hybrid cloud solutions.

A passionate advocate for aligning IT with business outcomes, Yves challenges organisations to rethink how technology drives growth, efficiency, and resilience. He holds the prestigious VMware Certified Design Expert (VCDX #203) certification—one of fewer than 300 worldwide—and is a Broadcom Knight for both vSphere and NSX, recognising his leadership and technical excellence in virtualisation and networking.

Yves’s credentials span VMware (VCP3 to VCDX-CMA, VCIX-CMA, VCIX-NV, VCIX-DCV), AWS (Solutions Architect & Cloud Practitioner), CKA, MEF-SDWAN, TOGAF, and more—underscoring his capabilities in enterprise architecture, cloud strategy, and project delivery. He was also a VMware Certified Instructor L2 for over 10 years, contributing to the development of countless IT professionals. Yves has been a vExpert since 2014.

Beyond technical leadership, Yves has advised VMware and other vendors on Channel Go-To-Market strategies, helping shape partner ecosystems and commercial rollout plans. He also serves as an IT Channel industry analyst, collaborating with media and analyst organisations to provide insights on market trends, partner enablement, and strategic growth.

As a keynote speaker, author, and educator, Yves is known for making complex technical concepts accessible to diverse audiences. His approach to IT strategy is deeply rooted in decision-making and risk management, skills he also applies outside the boardroom—as a licensed private pilot, he understands the importance of precision, accountability, and navigating uncertainty with confidence.

When not travelling for work, Yves enjoys spending quality time with his two children and family at home in Münster, Dubai, and Texas (USA).