I am a seasoned business executive with 23+ years of experience in the technology sector. Recognized for achieving unprecedented results through clarity of vision, a keen understanding of client needs, and strong team motivation, I have a verifiable history of contributing directly to company growth and expansion throughout my career. As such, I have consistently exceeded performance goals, and I am adept at achieving maximum operational output with minimal resource expenditure. Professional focal points include business development, sales enablement, outsourcing management, solutions architecture and marketing, and ecosystem building. Delivering superior administration on the latter areas of expertise requires utilization of effective communication, negotiation, and resource management skills to support efficiency and maximum returns. Currently, I am the VP of Business Development and Solutions Architecture with Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise. In this role, I lead a team of solutions marketing, technical solutions architecture, and business development experts in devising effective solutions, delivering sales enablement, and promoting market evangelization. In addition, I liaise with senior leadership, stakeholders, and internal teams to ensure that the company’s sales and technical enablement structure is driving the business forward with minimal expenditures.Technology expertise: • LAN (Ethernet, SPB) / Data Center / WLAN (Wi-Fi) / WAN (MPLS, SD-WAN)• Network architectures / network management / policy networking / BYOD / IOT / SDN• Network Security (UTM, NAC, ZTA, SASE)• Network as a Service (NaaS)• Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) Location based services and Asset Tracking• CPaaS / Workflow Engine• Linux / XML / embedded software architectures on multi-core processorsI am interested in contacting former colleagues and managers, as well as other professionals in my field. Feel free to contact me through this profile if you wish to connect.