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- NaaS 2.0: A Fine Balance
Cisco’s VP of Product Management, Hugo Vliegen, traverses the evolution of networking and its convergence with security. Discover how hybrid NaaS models are reshaping enterprises while automation and cloud strategies modernize connectivity. How can organizations find the right balance between control and simplicity when adopting Network-as-a-Service?
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In this Executives at the Edge episode, host Pascal Menezes explores these topics and more with Hugo Vliegen of Cisco:
- What defines NaaS in today’s complex enterprise environment?
- How can organizations create flexible network solutions that span on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments?
- What strategies can service providers use to differentiate themselves in the NaaS marketplace?
- What role do automation and APIs play in modernizing network infrastructure?
Learn More- Get the 2025 MEF NaaS Industry Blueprint.
- Also listen in on Meter’s Co-founder and CEO, Anil Varanasi, in Network Nirvana: The Power of NaaS.
- Enjoy our NaaS podcast episode recap, Power Play: Analysts Sound Off on NaaS.
- Meet more members of the MEF Technology Advisory Board (TAB).
About Our GuestHugo Vliegen, VP Product Management & Technical Marketing, Enterprise Routing & SD-WAN, Cisco
Hugo Vliegen has global responsibility for product management and technical marketing for Enterprise Routing & SDWAN. Hugo has 25+ years of experience in marketing and technology leadership roles.Over the years, he has worked with numerous enterprise customers, service providers, and channel partners to define business strategies and product/solution requirements for networking and security infrastructure. Hugo also brings experience from working at cloud and IoT startups, including Aryaka, Nebbiolo and Infogear (acquired by Cisco). He is the cofounder of several new product lines in the networking and security space generating $100M+ in yearly revenues. Hugo started his career in Manufacturing IT and Automation.Hugo earned a Ph.D. in Engineering from the University of Twente and graduated with Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees from the Eindhoven University of Technology in The Netherlands.Executives at the Edge podcast is brought to you by Mplify, a global alliance of network, cloud, cybersecurity, and enterprise organizations working together to accelerate the AI-powered digital economy through standardization, automation, certification, and collaboration.
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23 min - AI Transformation: Democratizing Knowledge
Colt Technology Services’ CEO, Keri Gilder, dives into AI, technology, and workplace transformation to explore how emerging technologies are reshaping industries, challenging job markets, and creating unprecedented opportunities. Can technology truly empower everyone?
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In this Executives at the Edge episode, host Pascal Menezes explores these topics and more with Keri Gilder of Colt Technology Services:
- How are AI and quantum computing transforming innovation cycles across industries?
- Will emerging technologies replace jobs or create new opportunities, and what skills will be most critical to learn in the next decade?
- How can we address diversity and inclusion challenges in the technology sector?
- What does the future of Network as a Service (NaaS) look like for global enterprises?
- How can we ensure AI development represents diverse perspectives and data?
Learn More- Also listen to this AI-focused podcast with Rick Lievano of Microsoft, AI-Powered Telco Networks: A New Era.
- And this AI-focused podcast with Broadcom’s Chief Architect for SD-WAN and SASE, Guru Belur, Edge AI Networking: SD-WAN in the AI Age.
- Meet more members of the MEF CEO Advisory Board (CAB).
About Our GuestKeri Gilder, Chief Executive Officer, Colt Technology Services
Appointed to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) in May 2020, Keri is responsible for executing Colt’s strategy, which centers around transforming the way the world works through the power of connectivity.Before becoming CEO, Keri was Colt’s Chief Commercial Officer (CCO), leading global teams across sales, presales and marketing, as well as working closely with the wider organization to ensure Colt delivered for its customers.Before joining Colt, Keri held several leadership roles at Ciena but was most recently its Vice President and General Manager EMEA, responsible for guiding Ciena’s EMEA service provider and enterprise customers, as well as partners.Keri is passionate about promoting Inclusion and Diversity to ensure Colt is a business where everyone feels they can bring their true selves to work. In addition, Keri brings this passion to the wider industry as the Chair of the TM Forum’s Diversity & Inclusion Council and President of the Global Telecom Women’s Network.Prior to Ciena, Keri worked in multiple roles for Lucent Technologies, and she has also worked for Hughes Aircraft as a Network Engineer.Keri has a Bachelor of Business Administration degree with an emphasis in Management Information Systems (MIS) from New Mexico State University.Keri lives in London with her husband and two children and is based at Colt’s head office in London.Executives at the Edge podcast is brought to you by Mplify, a global alliance of network, cloud, cybersecurity, and enterprise organizations working together to accelerate the AI-powered digital economy through standardization, automation, certification, and collaboration.
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23 min - Unlocking Resilience: The Intersection of SASE and Zero Trust
Enterprise Management Associates’ VP of Research, Shamus McGillicuddy, explores the complexities of Zero Trust, providing expert insights on its framework, challenges, and integration with SASE, and how network teams drive cybersecurity success. What are the keys to realizing the full potential of Zero Trust and SASE?
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In this Executives at the Edge episode, host Pascal Menezes explores these topics and more with Shamus McGillicuddy of Enterprise Management Associates:
- Why has Zero Trust become a foundational approach in modern cybersecurity?
- What role do technologies like SASE (Secure Access Service Edge) play in Zero Trust strategies?
- How do network and cybersecurity teams need to collaborate to successfully implement Zero Trust?
- What are the biggest technical challenges organizations face when deploying Zero Trust frameworks?
- What practical steps can companies take today to accelerate their journey to Zero Trust?
Learn More- See MEF’s industry-first Zero Trust framework.
- Read MEF’s State of the Industry Report: SASE.
- Watch EMA’s webinar, Zero Trust Networking: How Network Teams Support Cybersecurity and read their report
About Our GuestShamus McGillicuddy, Vice President of Research, Enterprise Management Associates
Shamus McGillicuddy is the Vice President of Research at Enterprise Management Associates (EMA). With nearly 20 years of IT industry experience, Shamus leads EMA’s network infrastructure and operations practice. He identifies and evaluates cutting edge trends that impact the networking industry, and he advises IT professionals on best practices for designing, building, and managing their networks.Executives at the Edge podcast is brought to you by Mplify, a global alliance of network, cloud, cybersecurity, and enterprise organizations working together to accelerate the AI-powered digital economy through standardization, automation, certification, and collaboration.
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28 min - Edge AI Networking: SD-WAN in the AI Age
Broadcom’s Chief Architect for SD-WAN and SASE, Guru Belur, discusses how edge computing and AI are revolutionizing network infrastructure, transforming traditional connectivity paradigms, and how intelligent networking can bridge AI models across diverse environments. Can SD-WAN evolve to support next-generation AI applications?
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In this Executives at the Edge episode, host Pascal Menezes explores these topics and more with Guru Belur of VeloCloud by Broadcom:
- How can SD-WAN technology adapt to support the unique networking demands of AI and generative AI applications?
- What challenges do organizations face when deploying AI applications across distributed networks?
- What role does edge computing play in the emerging AI landscape?
- How are AI workloads transforming network connectivity requirements?
Learn More- Also listen in on VMware by Broadcom’s VP & General Manager for SD-WAN and SASE, Abe Ankumah, and our host, Pascal Menezes, discuss the Software-Defined Edge: Unraveling Complex Distributed Environments.
- See MEF’s digital service standards for overlay services with SD-WAN.
About Our GuestGurudutt Belur, Chief Architect, VeloCloud by Broadcom
Gurudutt Belur is the Chief Architect for the VeloCloud SD-WAN and SASE product line at Broadcom. In this role he has been responsible for driving the evolution of VeloCloud from SD-WAN to a multi service connectivity fabric incorporating SSE and ZTNA capabilities tying users anywhere to applications anywhere connected via a variety of underlays.
He has been working on networking and security solutions for more than two decades at companies like VMware and Oracle.Executives at the Edge podcast is brought to you by Mplify, a global alliance of network, cloud, cybersecurity, and enterprise organizations working together to accelerate the AI-powered digital economy through standardization, automation, certification, and collaboration.
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23 min - Telcos on the AI Edge: Disrupted or Disruptors?
Omdia Research Director, Brian Washburn, examines the evolving role of AI in telecommunications, from video analytics to edge computing, and the potential for new revenue opportunities for service providers in this rapidly evolving space. How can service providers leverage AI to meet enterprise demands and drive innovation and growth?
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In this Executives at the Edge episode, host Pascal Menezes explores these topics and more with Brian Washburn of Omdia:
- How is AI transforming the telecommunications landscape?
- What are the most promising use cases for AI in the telecom industry?
- How can telcos leverage AI without complex integration projects?
- What role will edge computing play in enabling new AI-powered services and revenue streams?
- What standards and frameworks are emerging to align AI capabilities with enterprise needs?
Learn More- Access Omdia’s e-book: Future-ready telcos: Navigating the next era of connectivity and innovation
- Read Brian’s recent research on AI and the Future of Network Services
- View AI panels and sessions at MEF’s most recent Global NaaS Event, GNE 2024
- Also listen to our recent podcast with Rick Lievano of Microsoft: AI Powered Telco Networks: A New Era
About Our GuestBrian Washburn, Research Director, Service Provider, Enterprise & Wholesale, Omdia
Brian Washburn works in the service provider, enterprise and wholesale group, supporting its enterprise networks and wholesale, workspace services, and digital enterprise services practices. Brian has covered communications and networking services for nearly 30 years with Ovum and now Omdia.His coverage spans how enterprises buy and use network and related managed services, as well as how providers can build, market and sell, deliver, and operate their services for enterprises most effectively.Executives at the Edge podcast is brought to you by Mplify, a global alliance of network, cloud, cybersecurity, and enterprise organizations working together to accelerate the AI-powered digital economy through standardization, automation, certification, and collaboration.
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17 min - Power Play: Analysts Sound Off on NaaS
This special “Power Play” episode recaps insights on the transformative impact of Network-as-a-Service, emphasizing flexibility, automation, and cloud-inspired models. Expert analysts from Frost & Sullivan, AvidThink, and Dell’Oro Group weigh in on the dynamic, scalable nature of NaaS, and its alignment with enterprises’ growing preference for consumption-based, OpEx-oriented approaches.
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In this Executives at the Edge episode, host Pascal Menezes explores these topics and more with analysts:
- Steve Thomas, Frost & Sullivan’s Industry Director, breaks down how Network-as-a-Service can be the answer to unlocking flexibility, automation, and efficiency for organizations. Listen to the full episode: Business Internet: The Future of is NaaS
- Roy Chua, AvidThink’s Founder and Principal, relates how, as enterprises shift to NaaS for network flexibility and lower costs, IT staff need new skills like automation and security for managing evolving network responsibilities. Listen to the full episode: Driving NaaS Adoption: IT Professionals Prepare
- Siân Morgan, Dell’Oro Group’s Research Director, shares how the innovative approach of Campus Network-as-a-Service (CNaaS) is revolutionizing LAN management. Listen to the full episode: CNaaS: Cracking the Campus Network Code
Executives at the Edge podcast is brought to you by Mplify, a global alliance of network, cloud, cybersecurity, and enterprise organizations working together to accelerate the AI-powered digital economy through standardization, automation, certification, and collaboration.
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17 min - NaaS: The Next Frontier in Enterprise Connectivity
AvidThink‘s Founder and Principal Analyst, Roy Chua, delves into the evolving world of Network-as-a-Service, from flexible enterprise connectivity to AI, APIs, and campus NaaS. Explore how enterprises are adopting NaaS and what’s driving the shift. What will it take for NaaS to become the standard?
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In this Executives at the Edge episode, host Pascal Menezes explores these topics and more with Roy Chua of AvidThink:
- How are enterprises using Network-as-a-Service for flexible, on-demand connectivity?
- What role do APIs and automation play in the adoption of NaaS?
- How are AI workloads influencing NaaS requirements and offerings?
- How is the NaaS ecosystem evolving with carriers, hyperscalers, and new market entrants?
- Why is standardization crucial for the growth of NaaS?
Learn More- Explore how MEF is architecting a new generation of Network-as-a-Service and get the MEF NaaS Industry Blueprint in English or Spanish.
- Read Roy’s recent blog: Analyst Insights: NaaS Evolution
- See Roy’s recent Campus and Enterprise NaaS report at AvidThink
- Also listen to Roy’s podcast: Driving NaaS Adoption: IT Professionals Prepare
- Meet AvidThink’s Roy Chua at MEF’s Global NaaS Event, GNE 2024
About Our GuestRoy Chua, Founder and Principal, AvidThink
Roy Chua is a principal at AvidThink, an independent research and advisory service focused on infrastructure technologies. Roy is a frequent speaker at telecom and cloud conferences, and AvidThink has been quoted by and featured in major publications including the WSJ, Fierce Telecom, Fierce Wireless, The New Stack, and Light Reading. Roy was also a co-founder at SDxCentral, a technology publication.He previously worked as a management consultant for Fortune 500 and startup companies, specializing in go-to-market and product strategy. Roy is a graduate of UC Berkeley’s electrical engineering and computer science program and MIT’s Sloan School of Business. With over 20 years of experience in telecom and enterprise computing, networking, and security, he has also founded several Silicon Valley startups.Executives at the Edge podcast is brought to you by Mplify, a global alliance of network, cloud, cybersecurity, and enterprise organizations working together to accelerate the AI-powered digital economy through standardization, automation, certification, and collaboration.
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27 min - Automation Imperative: Modernizing LATAM Telecom
Industry expert, Eric Seaman, explains why telecom wholesale in LATAM needs automation to handle growing bandwidth and market changes. As an independent advisor and member of MEF’s LATAM Executive Council, he offers deep insight into why, despite its benefits, challenges like legacy systems and security concerns are hindering adoption. Can LATAM companies effectively leverage automation to stay competitive and manage evolving market demands?
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In this Executives at the Edge episode, host Pascal Menezes explores these topics and more with Eric Seaman:
- What are the primary drivers behind the increasing need for automation in the LATAM telecom market?
- What unique challenges do LATAM telecom companies face in adopting automation technologies?
- How can MEF standards and APIs facilitate automation and interoperability among LATAM telecom operators?
- What lessons can LATAM telecoms learn from global automation trends?
- What are the future trends in telecom automation, and how can LATAM companies stay ahead?
Learn More- Meet the full MEF LATAM Executive Council.
- Listen to Orchest Technologies’ COO, and Chair of the LATAM Executive Council, Jeremy Villalobos, describe the current state of connectivity services throughout the Latin American market in this podcast episode: Disruptive Technologies in the LATAM Market: The Rising Tide
- Explore how MEF is helping organizations to accelerate digital transformation through Service Automation.
About Our GuestEric Seaman, Independent Advisor
Eric Seaman is an Electrical Engineer and holds a master’s degree in business administration (MBA) from the Technological Institute of Monterrey, Mexico.In his 30+ years of experience in the telecom business, Eric has held C-level executive positions in which he has developed and operated networks across LATAM. His responsibilities have covered strategic planning, engineering, design, deployment, service assurance and operations of networks supporting mission-critical IP transit, content delivery, transport, and B2B among others. He started his career with Harris Corporation as technical leader of a United States of America Department of Defense (DoD) military project in Central America. In the last years, as regional CTO of the One Network, He led the design and deployment of Millicom/TIGO’s international infrastructure right from its early stages.
Eric is also a seasoned leader in technical operations, presales, solutions design, business automation and customer support for the International Wholesale and Multi-National enterprise lines of business.Executives at the Edge podcast is brought to you by Mplify, a global alliance of network, cloud, cybersecurity, and enterprise organizations working together to accelerate the AI-powered digital economy through standardization, automation, certification, and collaboration.
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21 min - AI-Powered Telco Networks: A New Era
Rick Lievano, worldwide CTO of Telco Industry, Microsoft, explores how partnerships between tech companies and telcos are driving innovation through cloud technology, AI, and data solutions. Discover how these collaborations unlock automation, enhance customer experiences, and create new revenue streams. How can AI and cloud technology revolutionize the future of telco networks?
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In this Executives at the Edge episode, host Pascal Menezes explores these topics and more with Rick Lievano of Microsoft:
- How can leveraging cloud technology enable telcos to improve network efficiency and performance?
- What are the key benefits of using AI and machine learning in telco networks?
- How do cloud-based analytics assist service providers in gaining deeper insights into customer behavior and network performance?
- How can telcos collaborate with cloud providers to develop innovative new services and applications?
- How will service providers ensure a smooth transition to a cloud-based network architecture?
Learn More- See MEF’s digital service standards for underlay connectivity and overlay services.
About Our GuestRick Lievano, CTO, Microsoft
Rick Lievano is the Worldwide CTO for the Microsoft Telecommunications industry. Rick works with customers and partners in developing telecommunications industry solutions and reference architectures to address the rapidly changing needs of service providers across the globe.
He is an enthusiastic participant and speaker in many industry communities, an advocate of industry frameworks and open standards, and holds TM Forum Open Digital Architecture and Business Development Manager Career Certifications.
At TM Forum, he is a member of the Collaboration Sub-Committee, overseeing the effective creation and adoption of pragmatic best practices and standards to deliver value to the membership. Rick currently leads initiatives to help operators achieve more by infusing Artificial Intelligence across their business in a secure and responsible manner.Executives at the Edge podcast is brought to you by Mplify, a global alliance of network, cloud, cybersecurity, and enterprise organizations working together to accelerate the AI-powered digital economy through standardization, automation, certification, and collaboration.
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21 min - Power Play: Tech Landscape Transformed
This special “Power Play” episode recaps a few of the cutting-edge technologies driving transformation across industries. From satellite networks to multi-cloud and AI, experts from Rivada Networks, Equinix, and Enxoo hit home how businesses can leverage innovation to fuel growth, stay competitive, and shape the future.
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In this Executives at the Edge Power Play episode, host Pascal Menezes recaps these topics and more with executives:
- Declan Ganley, Rivada Networks’ CEO and Executive Chairman, considers the increasing convergence of terrestrial and satellite networks. Listen to the full episode: OuterNET Unveiled: Networks in Orbit
- Arun Dev, Equinix’s Global Head of Digital Interconnection, discusses the evolving needs of enterprises, the complexities of managing diverse cloud environments, and the growing significance of AI in business operations. Listen to the full episode: Cloud Chaos: Simplifying Multi-Cloud Networking
- Maciek Simm, Enxoo’s Head of Marketing, considers the challenges telecom providers face in digitally transforming their operations to enable truly on-demand service delivery across the ecosystem. Listen to the full episode: Telecom Operating Models: Envisioning a Zero-Touch System
Executives at the Edge podcast is brought to you by Mplify, a global alliance of network, cloud, cybersecurity, and enterprise organizations working together to accelerate the AI-powered digital economy through standardization, automation, certification, and collaboration.
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