Executives at the Edge

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Join MEF CTO Pascal Menezes as he explores thought-provoking perspectives from the leaders and changemakers propelling enterprise digital transformation forward. Each episode delves into leading-edge ... more

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February 15, 2024Supply Chain Automation: Building the Global Business Internet
Connectbase Founder and CEO, Ben Edmond, discusses how fragmented supply chains and business systems force enterprises to stitch together global networks through tedious manual processes. And how automation, data-driven strategies, and standardized APIs can unify platforms, simplify procurement, and optimize connectivity solutions. But, can supply chain players come together effectively to enable enterprises to easily purchase guaranteed worldwide connectivity?
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In this Executives at the Edge episode, host Pascal Menezes explores these topics and more with Ben Edmond of Connectbase:
What challenges do businesses face when sourcing connectivity solutions across diverse ecosystems?
Why is an open ecosystem essential for connectivity providers, and how is collaboration fostered among different platforms?
How does automation and standardization simplify and accelerate procurement?
What role does data-driven insight play in optimizing network stability and performance?
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See how MEF is building an automated ecosystem.
Learn how MEF LSO APIs automate the service lifecycle.
Read MEF’s State of the Industry report on service automation.
About Our Guest
Ben Edmond, Founder and CEO, Connectbase
Prior to founding Connectbase, Mr. Edmond served as the Chief Revenue Officer at Global Capacity, where he was responsible for all aspects of the company’s customer go-to-market strategy and execution. Mr. Edmond has 20 years of experience in the fiber, telecom, and networking industries, encompassing broad expertise in the areas of executive leadership, strategy, customer experience, sales, marketing, and operations.
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February 01, 2024Zero Trust: Closing the Cybersecurity Gap
Darwinium CEO and Co-founder, Alisdair Faulkner, discusses vulnerabilities of siloed security functions. Unifying fraud prevention and cybersecurity at the network edge, employing a cloud-native SASE, zero-trust architecture, and shared threat data enables rapid threat detection and closes protection gaps. How will this integration reshape cybersecurity strategies against modern threats?
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In this Executives at the Edge episode, host Pascal Menezes explores these topics and more with Alisdair Faulkner of Darwinium:
What challenges arise from siloed security functions within enterprises?
Why is moving security functions to the network edge so crucial?
What can fraud prevention and cybersecurity learn from each other?
How does a zero-trust architecture enhance security?
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Learn more about MEF’s SASE standard and Zero Trust framework
Explore MEF 3.0 Cybersecurity Services
About Our Guest
Alisdair Faulkner, CEO and Co-founder, Darwinium
Alisdair Faulkner is the CEO and Co-founder of Darwinium, a fraud-prevention cybersecurity startup with global offices in San Francisco, London and Sydney, Australia.

Before starting Darwinium, he co-founded and served as CPO of ThreatMetrix (later acquired by LexisNexis Risk Solutions for $830M). He has more than two decades of experience in the cybersecurity space with a career-long passion for analyzing and preventing financial fraud. Darwinium services large B2C organizations and marketplaces, dedicated payments providers, ecommerce shops, banks, and some fintechs.
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January 18, 2024OuterNET Unveiled: Networks in Orbit
Rivada Networks’ CEO and Executive Chairman, Declan Ganley, considers the increasing convergence of terrestrial and satellite networks, and discusses the creation of Rivada’s OuterNET™, a secure, global communication network of low earth orbit (LEO) satellites. Will the OuterNET spark a new era of hyper-connected communication and what will the future of enterprise connectivity look like as a result?
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In this Executives at the Edge episode, host Pascal Menezes explores these topics and more with Declan Ganley of Rivada Networks:
Which industries and applications stand to benefit the most from the OuterNET?
How does the OuterNET’s LEO constellation create a more secure and faster global communication network?
What makes the OuterNET’s architecture and security different from traditional internet connectivity?
How does the use of LEO technology contribute to the OuterNET’s unique capabilities?
How will cost and access compare to current terrestrial internet options?
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Also listen to the “Power Play” recap podcast episode featuring Declan, Power Play: Tech Landscape Transformed.
Find out about MEF’s Carrier Ethernet standards and certification.
Learn how to implement MEF LSO APIs.
About Our Guest
Declan Ganley, Founder, CEO, Executive Chairman, Rivada Networks
Declan Ganley is an entrepreneur and the founder, chairman & CEO of Rivada Networks, a leading innovator in market-driven wholesale wireless network sharing and provider of broadband communications services. Rivada Networks is sole owner of Rivada Space Networks, where Declan is CEO & Executive Chairman, which is deploying a fully networked 600-satellite LEO constellation.

Declan is co-inventor of 48 patents in the wireless sector, including Rivada’s core Dynamic Spectrum Arbitrage technology. Rivada’s DSA and tiered priority access patents enable the dynamic sharing of wireless networks, lowering barriers to entry and driving innovation in wireless.

Rivada Networks has provided award-winning emergency communication services in the US to customers including the Department of Homeland Security, US Northern Command, the National Guard and leading police forces. Rivada has been in operation since 2004 and has continued to successfully grow its customer base and services in the US and elsewhere. Rivada has offices in Co. Galway, Ireland, Munich, Germany, and Washington DC.

Declan was also founder of wireless broadband and cable TV businesses in Western, Central and Eastern Europe, including Broadnet, which operated broadband wireless networks in ten EU countries, and Cabletel, with a cable multimedia network in Eastern Europe.
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January 04, 2024Satellite Tech: Beyond Earth’s Business Horizons
Kratos’ SVP of Product Management, Greg Quiggle, explores the transformative impact of satellites on global connectivity. Increased bandwidth and reduced costs lead to business opportunities, including standardized carrier ethernet, cloud connectivity, and 5G support. Will broader satellite industry integration usher in edge computing in space, AI in the stars, and internet powered by satellites?
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In this Executives at the Edge episode, host Pascal Menezes explores these topics and more with Greg Quiggle of Kratos:
How has digital transformation enhanced satellite technology?
What business opportunities does this transformation enable for service providers in the satellite and telecom industry?
How does the shift to standards-based services benefit satellite operators and service providers?
What benefits does Carrier Ethernet—a new technology to some in the satellite industry—provide to service providers and their customers?
What role does automation play in integrating satellite services with the carrier ecosystem?
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Read Greg’s MEF Edge VIEW blog post: Carrier Ethernet over Satellite: A New Growth Opportunity for Telecom
Find out about MEF’s Carrier Ethernet standards and certification.
See how MEF is accelerating digital transformation.
About Our Guest
Greg Quiggle, SVP Product Management, Kratos
Greg Quiggle serves as the Senior Vice President of Product Management at Kratos, where he is responsible for overall product strategy and ongoing lifecycle management of Kratos’ commercial product portfolio.

Prior to joining Kratos, Quiggle served as the Vice President of Emerging Products for VT iDirect, during which time he played an instrumental role in developing the company’s 5G/SDN strategy and ecosystem. Additionally, he has served as the Executive Vice President of Marketing for Tollgrade Communications and the Vice President of Marketing for Acterna Corporation (now Viavi). In these roles, he has spent over 25 years conceptualizing and executing successful, corporate-level product and technology strategies within the communications industry.

Quiggle earned his BS of Electrical Engineering degree from Purdue University and an MBA from the University of Maryland.
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December 14, 2023The Rise of Campus NaaS: Revolutionizing Connectivity
Nile’s Co-founder and CPO, Suresh Katukam, shares how campus Network-as-a-Service (NaaS) and AI integration can address Wi-Fi challenges and security concerns in the enterprise. NaaS offers guaranteed performance, built-in zero trust security, and substantial cost savings. Can NaaS transform the enterprise without the need for maintaining infrastructure?
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In this Executives at the Edge episode, host Pascal Menezes explores these topics and more with Suresh Katukam of Nile:
How can Campus NaaS address concerns associated with network connectivity in businesses?
What performance and security guarantees can NaaS provide?
How are technologies like AI and Zero Trust leveraged in enterprise NaaS offerings?
What advantages does a subscription-based model offer organizations?
What benefits will customers see from adopting campus NaaS solutions?
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Read Suresh’s MEF Edge VIEW blog post: How The Nile Blueprint is Setting the Standard for Campus NaaS
See MEF’s vision for NaaS (Network-as-a-Service) and get the NaaS Industry Blueprint.
Find out about MEF’s industry-first Zero Trust framework.
About Our Guest
Suresh Katukam, Co-founder and CPO, Nile
Suresh Katukam is an experienced technologist and entrepreneur with a proven track record of successfully building and launching a range of products. Prior to co-founding Nile, Suresh held positions at companies such as Amazon Web Services (AWS), Aruba Networks, Cisco, and various startups.

With over 25 years of industry experience, Suresh has held diverse roles encompassing product management, engineering, business development, investments, and acquisitions. He has also made contributions to the field of Artificial Intelligence, publishing several research papers and co-authoring industry standards and IETF drafts. Additionally, Suresh is an inventor with 40 patents to his name.

Suresh holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from BITS, Pilani, India, a Master of Science degree in Computer Science from Arizona State University, and an MBA from the Anderson School of Management at UCLA.
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November 30, 2023Unifying NaaS: Shifting the Network Infrastructure Paradigm
Singtel’s Senior Director, Zulkifli Ahmad, discusses “Unified NaaS” (Network-as-a-Service), an integrated networking approach that consolidates functions like bandwidth, management, and optimization into a single platform accessible on-demand. Will the benefits of unified NaaS—simplified connectivity and management, improved efficiency, and enhanced user experience—streamline digital transformation for enterprises?
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In this Executives at the Edge episode, host Pascal Menezes explores these topics and more with Zulkifli Ahmad of Singtel:
What is Unified NaaS and what key benefits does it offer enterprises?
How does consolidating network resources benefit enterprises?
What are the considerations when evaluating NaaS, particularly around security and compliance?
What are the future trends for NaaS, including the role of AI/ML, 5G, edge computing, and automation?
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See MEF’s vision for NaaS (Network-as-a-Service) and get the NaaS Industry Blueprint.
About Our Guest
Zulkifli Ahmad, Senior Director, Singtel
Zulkifli Ahmad has almost 25 years of consultancy and design experience working with customers as part of the Product Engineering and Client Solutions & Transformation division of Singtel. A veteran of his field, Zul leverages his deep technical understanding of technologies to deliver innovative solutions tailored to business requirements.

He currently leads a global team of presales consultants to support enterprises in their digital network transformation journey with solutions for software-defined & cloud networking, hybrid routing approaches, Network Function Virtualization and unified communications.
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November 16, 2023AI, Blockchain, and DOAs: Private Data, Public Trust
DCConnect’s CCO, Charmond Tsang, and Principal Architect, Paul Parker, discuss how blockchain-based Decentralized Autonomous Organizations can transform telecom collaboration and overcome integration hurdles with privacy-centric solutions. How can moving away from centralized models offer an efficient and secure way for operators to share sensitive information?
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In this Executives at the Edge episode, host Pascal Menezes explores these topics and more with Charmond Tsang and Paul Parker of DCConnect:
How can blockchain technology optimize global telecom infrastructure?
What role could decentralized autonomous organizations (DAO) play in transforming the telecom industry?
How can data privacy be maintained as telecom providers increasingly collaborate?
Could emerging innovations disrupt the competitive landscape between top-tier and second-tier telecom providers?
How can AI technologies increase the efficiency of telecom networks within the decentralized blockchain framework?
About Our Guests
Charmond Tsang, Chief Commercial Officer, DCConnect Global Ltd.

Charmond brings over 20 years of experience in the telecom industry to his role as the Chief Commercial Officer of DCConnect Global. As CCO, he leads the company’s global business development activities with a primary focus on creating a robust ecosystem of data centers through partnerships and alliances. Charmond’s successful expansion of DCConnect Global into other regional countries, including Indonesia, Malaysia, and Vietnam, demonstrates his expertise in catering to the Automation, SDN, Cloud, and Data Centre connectivity markets.

Charmond’s successful expansion of DCConnect Global into other regional countries, including Indonesia, Malaysia, and Vietnam, demonstrates his expertise in catering to the Automation, SDN, Cloud, and Data Centre connectivity markets.
Paul Parker, Principal Architect, DCConnect Global Ltd.

Paul Parker is a highly skilled and experienced Principal Software Architect, with a particular focus on blockchain technology. With over a decade of experience in this field, Paul has worked on a wide range of projects. His prediction for the future is that W3C identity and zkEVMs coupled with DAO mechanics are the stepping stones to practical blockchain ecosystems that will finally be able to support the commercial needs of businesses.

Paul is a talented and passionate software architect with a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to creating innovative solutions that make a positive impact on the world, and is very excited to have the opportunity to transform the promises of W3C identity and the privacy preserving mechanisms of zkEVMs into commercial reality.
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October 26, 2023Transforming Telecom: New Technologies and Global Regulations
China Telecom Americas’ VP, Luis Fiallo, discusses the telecom industry’s response to changing connectivity demands, global regulations, and advanced technologies like 5G, AI, and IoT. How do these factors shape a strategic approach, and what changes does the evolving landscape bring for compliance?
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In this Executives at the Edge episode, host Pascal Menezes explores these topics and more with Luis Fiallo of China Telecom Americas:
What technologies have contributed to the changing telecom landscape?
How do local regulations and global policies influence the telecom industry’s operations?
What role does SD-WAN play in helping businesses meet their connectivity needs?
Why is security and compliance even more important for telecom providers today?
How have companies adjusted to fit this new landscape?
About Our Guest
Luis Fiallo, VP, China Telecom (Americas) Corporation
Luis Fiallo brings to the table executive-level operations expertise to build, transform, and deliver profitable results to global technology companies, with a focus on North/South America, China, and Europe. He is a recognized leader in the technology field, with a keen sense of innovation and business strategy and accomplished financial and operating results in large, multinational organizations, as well as start-up environments. He has over 25 years of leadership experience working at Fortune 500 companies and entrepreneurial early-stage technology-based firms. He also served in the government and was appointed by the President of the United States to the President’s Information Technology Advisory Committee (PITAC) and by the Governor of Virginia to the Commonwealth’s Broadband Roundtable.

In his most recent position as Vice President of China Telecom Americas, Luis oversees the company’s overall mission of connecting the world and delivering superior telecommunication service.
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September 28, 2023SASE: On the Edge of Securing the Digital Future
Dell’Oro Group’s Senior Research Director, Mauricio Sanchez, explores the paradigm-shifting world of Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) and its impact on cybersecurity and networking. How will SASE standards and certification, AI’s role in threat detection, and the evolving digital landscape secure our digital future?
Join Mauricio, Pascal, and key decision makers driving the NaaS ecosystem at MEF’s inaugural Global Network-as-a-Service Event (GNE), 2-4 October, in Dallas. For more details and to register, visit GNE.MEF.net.
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In this Executives at the Edge episode, host Pascal Menezes explores these topics and more with Mauricio Sanchez of Dell’Oro Group:
Why is SASE critical in today’s digital landscape?
How important are standardization and certification to ensuring the effectiveness of SASE solutions?
Will SASE play a role in the evolution of Network-as-a-Service (NaaS)?
How does generative AI impact cybersecurity, and how can it be leveraged to enhance threat detection?
Can AI technologies make administrative improvements to network and security management in the SASE model?
About Our Guest
Mauricio Sanchez, Senior Director, Enterprise Networking & Security Market Research, Dell’Oro Group
Mauricio Sanchez joined Dell’Oro Group in 2020. With Dell’Oro Group, Mr. Sanchez leads the Network Security, SASE & SD-WAN market research programs, which will encompass ways in which contemporary network security solutions are being adopted and deployed, whether as appliances, virtually or as a service. Additionally, Mr. Sanchez helps shape the coverage of next-generation networking architectures and services models.

Mr. Sanchez brings over two decades of experience as an executive manager in networking and security technologies, products, and solutions spanning data center, campus, and mobile architectures. Prior to joining Dell’Oro Group, Mr. Sanchez served at Intel Corporation as Product Line Director of Ethernet products within Networking Division for Data Platforms Group, focused on Ethernet controllers, NICs, and SmartNICs for data center servers. Before Intel Corporation, Mr. Sanchez spent seventeen years with Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) in a variety of networking and security roles, focused on defining and driving security technology strategy for all HPE Networking solutions spanning product security, access control, and SDN-based real-time threat management.

Mr. Sanchez has a BS degree in Computer Engineering, an MSc in Electrical Engineering, and minor in German from Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. He has thirteen patents granted.
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September 21, 2023Navigating NaaS: Beyond the Hype
Vertical Systems Group’s Director of Research, Erin Dunne, explores Network-as-a-Service (NaaS), its evolution from data centers to cloud, and the challenges and potential benefits it presents. Can standardization, collaboration, and automation lead to a seamless NaaS ecosystem?
Join Erin, Pascal, and key decision makers driving the NaaS ecosystem at MEF’s next GNE (Global Network-as-a-Service Event). For more details and to register, visit GNE.MEF.net.
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In this Executives at the Edge episode, host Pascal Menezes explores these topics and more with Erin Dunne of Vertical Systems:
How has NaaS progressed from data center-centric operations to a cloud-based framework?
What are the challenges and opportunities for NaaS adoption in the cloud?
What distinguishes NaaS from other solutions and how does it compare in cost and speed?
What measures are being taken to ensure the security, quality, and efficiency of NaaS services?
How important is standardization, collaboration, and automation in creating a successful NaaS ecosystem?
About Our Guest
Erin Dunne, Director of Research, Vertical Systems Group
Ms. Dunne is the Director of Research Services, responsible for managing the delivery and support of Vertical Systems Group’s syndicated ENS Research Program offerings for clients worldwide. In this role, she coordinates analyst resources, directs content distribution for ENS research, and assures high quality client experience.

Her expertise covers migration to emerging service technologies, Managed SD-WANs, Ethernet and Cloud Connectivity, Wavelength connectivity, MPLS & VPN solutions, pricing dynamics for network services, and business Fiber trends. On these topics, Ms. Dunne has moderated and chaired numerous industry webcasts and business panel discussions. She is frequently sourced by leading industry media. Additionally, she is a judge for the Light Reading Leading Lights awards and annual MEF awards presented at the organization’s global event.
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The podcast currently has 73 episodes available.