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With over two decades of international experience, my career consists of driving the success of tech and telecom companies and delivering exceptional business outcomes. I possess a proven track record of leading and managing high-performing teams, crafting and executing strategic plans, and surpassing targets.Expertise:- Sales & Leadership: with a deep understanding of the tech landscape, I excel in devising and implementing strategies that drive revenue growth and market expansion.- Industry Knowledge: From hardware and software/SaaS to AI, Cloud services, BSS/OSS solutions, and emerging technologies like 5G, and Digital Infrastructure, I bring a wealth of expertise.- Partnerships & Alliances: Proficient in forging strategic partnerships and alliances, I have a track record of nurturing relationships with industry giants, negotiating mutually beneficial agreements, and expanding market reach.- Operational Excellence: With an eye for operational efficiency, I excel in P&L management, forecasting, budgeting, and process optimization, ensuring optimal resource allocation and sustainable growth.- Team Leadership & Development: adept at recruiting top talent, fostering a culture of excellence, and empowering teams to achieve their full potential.Professional Journey:- Founder/Executive Director: Established Vanix Infrastructure, offering digital infrastructure services to the Wireless & Digital and EV Infrastructure Industries.- Global Vice President of Partners & Alliances: Spearheaded the global go-to-market strategy for CASA SYSTEMS, leading to significant sales growth and enhanced deal margins.- Global Vice President of Sales & Marketing: Senior Executive Team Member at PHOENIX TOWER INTERNATIONAL, exceeding revenue goals, implementing data-driven sales methodologies, and driving sales excellence across global markets.- Vice President Sales: Led growth and expansion of NAAP GLOBAL SOLUTIONS, driving revenue growth, corporate development and M&A activities, and digital transformation initiatives.- Director Roles at Nortel Networks: Key leadership positions, driving sales growth, developing go-to-market strategies, and exceeding sales targets consistently.Education & Executive Development:- MBA, University of Florida- Executive Development Programs: MIT, Università Bocconi, Erasmus School of Economics, Florida Atlantic University- BSEE, University Simon Bolivar, Venezuela- Certified: CCNA Cisco Certified Network AssociateFluent in English, Dutch, Spanish, German, and possess basic Portuguese and Italian language skills.

Listed skills include Telecommunications, Wireless, Strategic Partnerships, Business Development, and 45 others.