NICO WALTERS | Chief Innovation Officer
CMC Networks

Nico Walters is the Chief Innovation Officer at CMC Networks, a leading global telecommunications provider with a strong footprint across Africa, the Middle East, and beyond. With nearly two decades of experience in ICT and telecoms, Nico specializes in software-defined networking, cloud solutions, cybersecurity, and interconnect strategy. He is a key contributor to industry bodies such as MEF, co-authoring specifications on SD-WAN, SASE, and Zero Trust frameworks. Passionate about advancing connectivity across emerging markets, Nico drives innovation, digital transformation, and operational excellence at CMC Networks, ensuring clients benefit from agile, secure, and scalable network solutions.