Philippe Gerard

Philippe Gerard is an experienced professional currently serving as the Head of Public Sector and Emerging Segments at Nokia since May 2002, focusing on modernizing network infrastructures for government digitalization and AI integration. Previously, Philippe held roles such as APAC Large Enterprise and Webscale VP, Global Accounts Director for the Alcatel-Lucent Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance Sector in APAC, and CTO at Alcatel-Lucent Singapore and Brunei, leading presales engagements and market strategy. Philippe's career also includes significant contributions to multimedia innovations and application development in telecommunications, with foundational experience as an Application R&D Manager at Alcatel Shanghai Bell. Philippe holds an MBA from the University of Hull and an Industrial Engineering degree from HELHa.