Intelligent Tech Channels Issue 10 | Page 55

INDUSTRY APPOINTMENTS Huawei redefines channel leadership with appointment of new VP Huawei, a leading global information and communications technology (ICT) solutions provider, has announced the appointment of Hazem Bazan as the Vice President of Channels and Commercial Sales, Huawei Middle East. Based in Dubai, Hazem will be responsible for driving the Middle East’s channel sales operations. Working closely with Huawei’s senior management team, Hazem will take up the responsibility of driving Huawei Middle East channel ecosystem across all its verticals. Additionally, Hazem will look to strengthen Huawei’s channel partner network, develop its Partner Incentive and Certificate programme and ultimately help to grow Huawei’s presence in the Middle East and Pakistan. Alaa Elshimy, Managing Director of Huawei Enterprise Middle East said: “Hazem’s unmatched wealth of experience is a great asset for Huawei and the industry as a whole, and we are very delighted to welcome him to the team. We feel extremely hopeful for our channel strategy and with Hazem’s guidance we look forward to reaching new heights by expanding our solution offerings in the Middle East and Pakistan.” Hazem is an industry veteran in the region who has previously served in multiple roles in Dell Technologies, HP, and Compaq. Hazem said: “It is a great honour to be a part of Huawei and contribute to its growth. The organisation has great potential in its offerings, and I look forward to using my skills and experience to build on our existing partner network and increase our presence in the region.” Excel appoints new Business Development Manager Excel Networking Solutions, the copper and optical cabling infrastructure provider, has appointed a new Business Development Manager for the Iberian region of south-west Europe. Susana joins Excel with a wealth of experience, having worked in the field for more than 15 years, including for competitor companies who have a large market share in the Iberian region. David Willems, European Sales Manager at Excel Networking Solutions, commented, “I am delighted to welcome Susana to the international team. She knows the market well and her expertise will be pivotal in helping Excel to secure more market share in the region.” He continued, “Working closely with our Iberia Sales Manager, Fernando Venegas, Susana will be the driving force behind our enhanced communication with key end users and consultants to help promote the Excel Solution internationally.” Susana added, “I am looking forward to facing the challenges of this new role with Excel. I am confident that I can use my experience in the industry to promote the Excel product range to support the existing international team.” 55