42:05Zach Aufort
Performance Services Manager, BigScoots
Human Support & Managed Hosting
E172 · Oct 30, 2026Watch

In WP Legends Episode 96, we sit down with Vlad Georgiev, the Co-Founder of ScalaHosting and the visionary behind SPanel.
With two decades of experience in the hosting industry, Vlad has continuously revolutionized web hosting to empower developers, agencies, and businesses.
Discover how his passion for technology has shaped ScalaHosting into a global leader known for innovation, performance, and a customer-first philosophy.
In WP Legends Episode 96, we sit down with Vlad Georgiev, the Co-Founder of ScalaHosting and the visionary behind SPanel. With two decades of experience in the hosting industry, Vlad has continuously revolutionized web hosting to empower developers, agencies, and businesses. Discover how his passion for technology has shaped ScalaHosting into a global leader known for innovation, performance, and a customer-first philosophy. Visit Us: https://seahawkmedia.com Follow Vlad on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vlad-g-43254898/ Explore ScalaHosting: https://imp.scalahosting.com/JKBN7r Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 0:24 - Guest Introduction: Vlad Georgiev 2:37 - From Passion to Profession: Journey into Hosting 5:47 - Evolution of ScalaHosting: Growth and Philosophy 7:50 - Managed WordPress and Adapting to Trends 9:31 - ScalaHosting’s Secrets to Long-Term Success in Hosting 10:53 - Customer Base: Agencies vs Direct Customers 14:03 - Unveiling SPanel: Vision, Execution, Challenges, and Milestones 18:10 - Choosing SPanel: Advantages Over Legacy Options 20:23 - Shared Hosting: Scala Hosting's Approach 25:21 - White Label Hosting: Entry Cloud and Beyond 26:58 - Inbuilt Security at Scala Hosting 29:03 - Hosting Market Evolution: Impact of AI, Automation, and Developer Tools 31:36 - Target Markets: Businesses, Agencies, and Enterprises 32:29 - WordPress Ecosystem: Predictions for the Future 33:35 - Rapid Fire: Plugins, Cloud, and More 41:07 - Concluding Thoughts and Future Vision Music Credits: Valdez of Crenshaw by Terrace Martin Live Like Legends by Ruelle - Nightcore Remix #VladGeorgiev #ScalaHosting #WebHosting #SPanel #WordPress #WPLegends
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