FIVE MINUTES WITH ...
“ Promoting diversity in STEM and the telecom industry is a cause that is close to my heart ”
I believe that connecting universities with the private sector and industries is vital for our society ’ s growth . One brilliant example is our 6G R & D program in the UK in partnership with researchers , academics , and operators to push the boundaries of what ’ s possible .
During my two decades at Ericsson , I ’ ve had the privilege of working in various roles and leading brilliant teams from different countries and cultures . And now , as I embark on this exciting new chapter in the UK , I cannot wait to see what lies ahead .
» WHAT LED YOU TO THIS INDUSTRY ? I had a real passion for maths and science from a young age , but it was my experience of a major earthquake in Athens in 1999 that sparked my respect for the critical role of communications in society . It was crucial in reconnecting loved ones , keeping people safe and rebuilding our communities .
Telecommunications has the power to bring people together , keep them safe , revolutionise the way they work , and create new opportunities . And we ’ ve already demonstrated the potential of 5G to stimulate economic growth , transform industries and contribute to sustainability efforts . In fact , research shows that new use cases enabled by 5G ´ s unique capabilities could deliver additional economic growth of £ 15bn in the UK .
We , as telecoms industry professionals , carry a great responsibility to ensure that connectivity is accessible to all . Part of my new role will be working with customers to accelerate 5G in the UK to transform our everyday lives .
Ericsson building
24 July 2023