Sahalam Khan

Tech-savvy MBA graduate from the University of Edinburgh with a passion for leveraging technology to drive innovation and efficiency within the ICT domain. Proven ability to lead and deliver complex projects in network infrastructure transformation, operations management, and data migration, honed through successful roles at Ericsson and Vodafone. Eager to solve challenging problems and contribute to a forward-thinking organisation.

I have 5+ years of experience in the information and communications industry, holding key positions at major companies like Ericsson and Vodafone. I have a strong background in project management, technical deployment & integration, and team leadership.

At Ericsson, I was a Solution Architect/Integrator, responsible for managing the technical aspects of a 5G Telco Cloud Transformation project. I led a team of 10, successfully deploying a virtualised network solution that generated $2 million in revenue. I also played a crucial role in integrating 4G and 5G network technologies, improving service offerings and market competitiveness.

Prior to Ericsson, I worked at Vodafone as an IoT Specialist. I managed a 30-member team responsible for providing end-to-end IoT solutions to 8.5 million subscribers across 5,000 enterprise customers in India. I spearheaded initiatives to improve operational efficiency, including a successful automation project that saved 3,500 working hours annually.

I hold a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a specialization in Strategy from the University of Edinburgh, which is ranked 27th globally. I completed my MBA with First Class with Distinction, demonstrating a strong foundation in business acumen, strategic thinking, analysis, and problem-solving. I also earned a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E) in Electronics and Telecommunications from Pune University, also graduating with First Class with Distinction.