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Humans of Telecom

Humans of Telecom

A podcast that goes beyond our work lives to bring us closer to some of the brightest and most influential members of the telecom community!

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00:19:23

Episode 54: Vladimir Smal, Co-Founder & CEO at AVISO...

Humans of Telecom ·

2024/10/05

"A chance encounter thanks to a previous part-time job at a souvenir shop led to my entry into telecom... And there's been no looking back since!" Vladimir Smal, Co-Founder & CEO at AVISO Messaging, in conversation with Anurag Aggarwal, Chief Revenue Officer (Enterprise) at GMS.In this insightful episode, Vladimir - one of ROCCO IOO's top 25 influential professionals globally - shares his unique journey which began at a young age of 17. It was a seemingly random encounter

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00:25:12

Episode 53: Nassia Skoulikariti, Founder & CEO at...

Humans of Telecom ·

2024/09/21

"I have always believed that the voyage through life is more important than the destination... Experiencing and conquering the most difficult obstacles enriches us with wisdom, knowledge and maturity!" Nassia Skoulikariti, Founder & CEO at Apiro Data, in conversation with Anurag Aggarwal, Chief Revenue Officer (Enterprise) at GMS.In this exciting episode, Nassia takes us through her remarkable journey from Greece to USA, and now the UK, with nearly three decades of experience in the

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00:22:46

Episode 52: Adis Ceman, Co-Founder & COO at GramBell

Humans of Telecom ·

2024/09/07

"From trading Pokémon stickers in elementary school to revolutionizing the industry with my current startup, life has truly come a long way!" Adis Ceman, Co-Founder & COO at GramBell, in conversation with Anurag Aggarwal, Chief Revenue Officer (Enterprise) at GMS.In this amazing conversation, Adis shares his rich blend of cultural experiences: born in Croatia to Montenegrin parents, holding a Bosnian passport, growing up in Egypt, and now based in Dubai. His career journey is as

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00:16:15

Episode 51: Amira Akra, Product Manager (Messaging)...

Humans of Telecom ·

2024/08/24

"A conversation with Mountasser Hachem profoundly impacted my career when he asked if my hobby was merely collecting certificates and degrees!" Amira Akra, Product Manager (Messaging) at Vodafone Germany, in conversation with Anurag Aggarwal, Chief Revenue Officer (Enterprise) at GMS.In this captivating episode, Amira shares insights into her Lebanese and German roots, her experience growing up in the Middle East, and her eventual move to Europe. A true technology enthusiast, Amira began

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00:22:30

Episode 50: Vinod Kumar, Vice Chairman at Everstone...

Humans of Telecom ·

2024/08/10

"Anger, regret and envy... These are wasted emotions! While I've had my share of ups and downs, life has been a complete blast!" Vinod Kumar, Vice Chairman Everstone Group (former CEO Tata Communications and former CEO Vodafone Business), in conversation with Anurag Aggarwal, Chief Revenue Officer (Enterprise) at GMS.As Humans of Telecom celebrates a milestone of completing fifty episodes, we welcome an exceptional personality to the hot seat to share his life stories, philosophies, and passions

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00:20:12

Episode 49: Wida Schmidt, Co-Founder at Carrier...

Humans of Telecom ·

2024/07/27

"I always dreamed of starting something of my own. What I manage today is a true extension of my passion!" says Wida Schmidt, Co-Founder of Carrier Community, in conversation with Anurag Aggarwal, Chief Revenue Officer (Enterprise) at GMS.In this captivating episode, Wida shares her journey from being born in Afghanistan and raised in Russia to settling in the vibrant city of Berlin, Germany today. Wida began her telecom career as a customer service representative in Frankfurt, Germany

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00:20:15

Episode 48: TJ Thinakaran, Founder and CEO at...

Humans of Telecom ·

2024/07/13

"For me, life is all about forging connections. We meet many people on this journey, and through these encounters, we build countless meaningful and impactful relationships," says TJ Thinakaran, Founder and CEO of CasselRoad Consulting, in a conversation with Anurag Aggarwal, Chief Revenue Officer (Enterprise) at GMS.In this captivating episode, TJ — a self-proclaimed 'army brat' — shares his journey from the bustling streets of New Delhi, India, to the sunny landscapes of

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00:20:29

Episode 47: Nadia Habsatou, Project Engineer at...

Humans of Telecom ·

2024/06/29

"If I could revisit my past, I'd go back to school and train to become a teacher, because this profession empowers humans to have a powerful impact on the community around them!" Nadia Habsatou, Project Engineer at Camtel Cameroon in conversation with Anurag Aggarwal, Chief Revenue Officer (Enterprise) at GMS.In this captivating episode, Nadia shares her multifaceted identity beyond the realm of telecommunications. Notably, she is the founder of a weekend school dedicated to

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00:33:06

Episode 46: Carlos Aragon, Senior Director Product...

Humans of Telecom ·

2024/06/15

"We don't choose our orientation, but it's crucial for all of us to accept who we are and whom we love!" Carlos Aragon, Senior Director Product Marketing at Vonage, shares his sentiments in a conversation with Anurag Aggarwal, Chief Revenue Officer (Enterprise) at GMS. As Pride Month unfolds worldwide, Humans of Telecom engages with an inspiring individual whose life and career are anchored in authenticity and a profound belief in the power of love!In this episode, Carlos offers

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00:21:00

Episode 45: Tamara AL Bakri, Head of Roaming &...

Humans of Telecom ·

2024/06/01

"Everything we do should have a purpose... Each day is a chance to make a small difference and leave the world a little brighter than we found it!" Tamara AL Bakri, Head of Roaming & Carrier Services at Vodafone Qatar in conversation with Anurag Aggarwal, Chief Revenue Officer (Enterprise) at GMS.In this captivating episode, Tamara recounts her remarkable journey, originating from a family steeped in the medical profession in Jordan. Despite this familial backdrop, Tamara

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00:28:44

Episode 44: Scott Warner, Director of Emerging...

Humans of Telecom ·

2024/05/18

"I attribute a great deal of my success to the incredible coaches and mentors who have guided me along the way. If there's one thing I aspire to do, it's to pay forward that same level of support and guidance to those in my community!" Scott Warner, Director of Emerging Services at S and BTS in conversation with Anurag Aggarwal, Chief Revenue Officer (Enterprise) at GMS.In this episode, Scott guides us through his decade-long journey in the telecom space, highlighting how life

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00:22:02

Episode 43: Lilia Yeghiazaryan, Co-Founder & CEO at...

Humans of Telecom ·

2024/05/04

"I don't believe in the term 'work-life balance', for me it is all LIFE... No matter what you do, if you do it with passion, you ultimately achieve success!" Lilia Yeghiazaryan, Co-Founder & CEO at Dexatel in conversation with Anurag Aggarwal, Chief Revenue Officer (Enterprise) at GMS.In this episode, Lilia walks us through her journey which started with a job in finance domain in Armenia all the way to becoming a flourishing CPaaS leader based in Estonia now. We also

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00:26:56

Episode 42: Budi Purba, Chief Executive Officer at TELIN

Humans of Telecom ·

2024/04/20

"One of my biggest learnings in life... Take care of your people and let the people take care of the business!" Budi Purba, Chief Executive Officer at TELIN in conversation with Anurag Aggarwal, Chief Revenue Officer (Enterprise) at GMS.In this episode, we feature one of the most respected and loved CEOs within our telecom fraternity! Pak Budi shares about his humble beginnings of growing up in a small village in North Sumatra, walking 5 km every day to get to school and, finally,

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00:33:15

Episode 41: Gagun Gahir, Head of Enterprise Sales...

Humans of Telecom ·

2024/04/06

"I call telecom the 'Club of Lost Souls' because we have such fabulous people in this industry who come from different walks of life and have such varied interests!" Gagun Gahir, Head of Enterprise Sales (Europe) at Telstra in conversation with Anurag Aggarwal, Chief Revenue Officer (Enterprise) at GMS.In this episode, Gagun walks us through her rich African-Indian heritage, her early ambitions of becoming a journalist or a lawyer, and how her journey in the world of telecom has

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00:32:40

Episode 40: Tony Jamous, Co-Founder and CEO at Oyster

Humans of Telecom ·

2023/11/11

"My childhood entailed growing in a post civil-war era in Lebanon with no cellular network... That enticed me into the world of telecom!" Tony Jamous, Co-Founder and CEO at Oyster in conversation with Anurag Aggarwal, Chief Growth Officer at Globe Teleservices.In this episode, Tony walks us through his journey which started in Lebanon all the way upto Cyprus now, creating ripples in the telecom and CPaaS industry with Nexmo and now shifting focus towards creating a global talent pool via

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00:23:07

Episode 39: Gwen Lafage, Vice President Marketing,...

Humans of Telecom ·

2023/11/04

"I’m passionate about marketing and building brave brands - more than a 9-5 job, it’s also an avenue to express my creativity and create business impact!" Gwen Lafage, Vice President Marketing, Global Brand and Content at Sinch in conversation with Anurag Aggarwal, Chief Growth Officer at Globe Teleservices. In this episode, Gwen walks us through her journey and experience of entering the world of CPaaS. A die-hard marketing aficionado, Gwen is originally from Paris, but worked all over

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00:30:56

Episode 38: Nick Lane, Founder and Chief Messaging...

Humans of Telecom ·

2023/10/28

"While Mobilesquared started fifteen years ago more as a 'lifestyle thing', we've evolved into a fully fledged data business with the best yet to come (watch out for some BIG news next year)!" Hear the dynamic duo of the messaging space - Nick Lane, Founder and Chief Messaging Officer and Jo Lane, Client Services & Communications Director at Mobilesquared in conversation with Anurag Aggarwal, Chief Growth Officer at Globe Teleservices. In this episode, Humans of Telecom gets an opportunity to bring

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00:26:49

Episode 37: Pinder Takhar, Director Product Marketing...

Humans of Telecom ·

2023/10/21

"I never thought this could happen with me... But I now live my second life to the fullest!" In observance of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Humans of Telecom presents the story of Pinder Takhar, Director Product Marketing at Kaleyra in conversation with Anurag Aggarwal, Chief Growth Officer at Globe Teleservices. In this episode, Pinder acts as a beacon of positivity as she walks us through the highs and lows of her life and her recent victory over breast cancer, the drama that entails in

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00:28:47

Episode 36: Pablo Mlikota, Senior Vice President...

Humans of Telecom ·

2023/10/14

"Life is all about passion... Whether it is in sports or education, what matters to me is the legacy I leave behind for future generations!" Pablo Mlikota, Senior Vice President International Mobility at Etisalat UAE in conversation with Anurag Aggarwal, Chief Growth Officer at Globe Teleservices. In this episode, we uncover the various facets of Pablo (way too many to uncover in a single episode)! He is a professional martial artist who nearly made it to the Olympics, a professional

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00:29:04

Episode 35: Maria Öbrink, Head of Sales at Telenor Linx

Humans of Telecom ·

2023/10/07

"It has been nearly two decades at Telenor Linx for me and this telecom community is now more than a family!" Maria Öbrink, Head of Sales at Telenor Linx in conversation with Anurag Aggarwal, Chief Growth Officer at Globe Teleservices. In this episode, Maria joins us from the Nordic lands of Stockholm and walks us through her journey of transitioning from a drab job of selling Yellow Pages to entering our industry through IDT. Destiny had telecom written in her fate when she branched into

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