Experience31+ Years
LevelCXO
Executive Overview
A transformational technology leader with 25+ years of pioneering billion-dollar innovations across telecom, quantum communications, biomedical engineering, industrial automation, and AI sectors. Celebrated for developing market-leading solutions in Wireless (2G-6G), AI, Cloud Automation, Automotive, Healthcare, Military & Aerospace, Optics/Photonics, and Quantum technologies. Built a successful career at the nexus of advanced technology and business strategy, consistently turning breakthrough ideas into tangible results. Proven track record of driving companies to capitalize on technological shifts and inflections, achieving dominant market positions and sustainable growth.
Career Timeline
- VIAVI SolutionsCurrentDec 2013–Present· 12 yrs 9 mos
- Chief Technology Officer, CorporateCurrentDec 2013–Present
- Nov 2011–Nov 2013· 2 yrs
- President and CEONov 2011–Nov 2013
- Sep 2007–Oct 2011· 4 yrs 1 mo
- CTO of Monitoring ApplicationsSep 2007–Oct 2011
- Jun 2000–Sep 2007· 7 yrs 3 mos
- CTO and SVP EngineeringJun 2000–Sep 2007
- Aug 1999–May 2000· 9 mos
- Assitant Professor, Computer ScienceAug 1999–May 2000
- 1995–1999· 4 yrs
- Research and Teacher Assistant1995–1999
Education
Ph.D.
Computer Science and Engineering
University of Louisville
High Scholl Diploma
Collège De La SalleExecutive Relationship Map
Reports To
Sameh Yamany
Vice Chair & President
Chief Financial Officer
Chief Technology Officer
Chief Operating Officer
Skills & Expertise
Software Development6GRIC controllerWireless TechnologiesTelecommunications5GWireless Communications Systems5G New Radio (NR)Mobile DevicesIntelligent NetworksStrategyPrivate NetworksArtificial Intelligence (AI)Edge ComputingQuality AssuranceInternet of Things (IoT)IntegrationO-RANWireless5G Core