Shailesh brings over 23 years of extensive experience in the Telecommunications industry, having held key positions within prominent Global Telecom Groups. With a focus spanning from Core Mobile Network to Carrier Business, he has spent over 15 years dedicated to the GCC region. Currently serving as the Head of Carrier Business, Middle East & North Africa at CMI for the past 6 years, Shailesh has spearheaded initiatives to promote CMI services across the region, emphasizing Carrier Products and advancing capabilities in 5G, IoT, and digital transformation services. Shailesh holds a bachelor’s degree in Electronics and Communications Engineering, complemented by a postgraduate qualification in Telecom Management.