MeetDatastore Daniel Wenger

“Someone you can count on”

Interview with Daniel Wenger

Daniel Wenger has been PCO team leader at DataStore since November 2024. In this interview, he discusses numbers, coincidences – and why you can always count on him.

Daniel, how did you end up in IT and, ultimately, at DataStore?

I didn’t exactly take the direct route into IT. Originally, I was enrolled in a law degree with the intention of becoming a lawyer. But in the very first week, one of the professors teaching the Roman Law course said something that stuck with me: “Please be aware that, in your professional life, you’ll be dealing exclusively with language.” At that moment, I realized that I would be missing something – numbers. Before the break was even over, I had already packed my things.

After talking to friends and acquaintances – including someone from EMC – I quickly decided to study Business Information Systems. In parallel with my studies, I was able to gain some initial practical experience by participating in an internal migration project. What started as a vacation job soon involved working two days a week. And toward the end of my studies, EMC offered me the opportunity to join their pre-sales training program, which included an eight-week boot camp in Boston. I had a great time, learning a lot both professionally and personally.

When EMC became part of Dell, it opened a new chapter for me. I was lucky enough to stay within the existing network – setting me on a path that led to DataStore. The really nice thing was being able to continue working with so many familiar faces. I have been leading the PCO team since last year – a job that I really enjoy.

Which IT product best describes you as a person?

The calculator, hands down. You can count on me – both literally and figuratively. What’s more, though the calculator is quite simple, it can achieve a lot when used properly. I like to work meticulously, check the math, and make sure everything adds up. It has to be right – otherwise it won’t stop bugging me.

How do you relax and enjoy yourself outside work?

For me, sports are the perfect way to unwind – especially as part of a team. I love playing volleyball. It helps me clear my head and stay fit. And when I’m not on the court, I like to be in the kitchen, because cooking and baking help me relax.

Hand on heart, what other important things should we know about you?

If I could clone myself, I would still want my brain to be inside each of my clones – just so I wouldn’t miss anything.

Any questions? You can contact Daniel here:

Daniel Wenger
Team Leader PCO
Senior Sales Consultant & Project Consulting
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