5G Live #4: Models for Monetising 5G & Edge Computing Investments

Andrew started his marketing career in telecommunications at EE and Virgin Media before joining the GSMA in 2017. With a natural interest and passion in new technologies, Andrew has focused on growing the 5G ecosystem within the GSMA through initiatives such as the Cloud XR Forum, Beta Labs and 5G Operator Platform groups.

In his time at the GSMA, Andrew has led the Future Networks strategic video-first marketing approach, creating and editing content for our diverse global audiences.

Michele Zarri is a Technical Director at the GSMA where he works on advanced technologies and 5G. Michele graduated in telecommunications engineering at University of Pisa (Italy) and completed his studies at King’s College of London (UK).

Before joining the GSMA, Michele worked for Deutsche Telekom where he accrued more than 15 years of experience in the standardisation of mobile technologies. Michele served as chairman of working groups both in 3GPP and GSMA.

Dalia is a Director & Practice Lead – Edge Computing at STL Partners. She has led major consulting projects with technology companies in North America, Europe and Asia Pacific on 5G and edge computing strategies, use cases and commercial models. She co-authored the research report “5G’s impact on manufacturing: $740Bn of benefits in 2030” and “What edge developers want from telcos now”. Outside of 5G and edge computing, she supports clients in areas such as blockchain, digital transformation and IoT.

Chris is a key contributor to both consulting and research activities at STL Partners and has previously led the Telco 2.0 Transformation stream. He has over 25 years’ experience in strategy and business — 18 of which are in the TMT sector working for operators such as Verizon Business and Orange. Chris has particular interests in strategic analysis, proposition development and the use of financial and operational metrics to manage and govern change. Recently, Chris authored the research reports “5G regulation: Ensuring successful industrial transformation” and “Why CFOs must start to drive telecoms business model change”. Chris holds a MA in English Language and Literature from Oxford.