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ESPOO - Nokia (HEL:NOKIA) announced on Wednesday changes to its Group Leadership Team and the formation of two new organizations focused on technology and strategy, effective October 1, 2025.
The Finnish telecommunications company is establishing a Technology and AI organization alongside a Strategy and Corporate Development organization to strengthen technology innovation and support business development.
Pallavi Mahajan has been appointed as Chief Technology and AI Officer, while Konstanty Owczarek will serve as Chief Strategy and Corporate Development Officer. Both executives will join Nokia’s Group Leadership Team starting October 1, 2025.
Current Chief Strategy and Technology Officer Nishant Batra will leave his position and the Group Leadership Team on September 30, 2025.
"To succeed in the AI era, we need to focus on technologies that differentiate us from competitors, strengthen our cybersecurity and AI capabilities, and invest in strategic partnerships," said Nokia CEO Justin Hotard in the press release.
Mahajan previously led Intel’s data center and AI software businesses and brings experience in network technology, software, and artificial intelligence. Prior to joining Nokia, she held leadership positions at Intel, HPE, and Juniper Networks.
Owczarek, who will lead the Strategy and Corporate Development organization, has experience in corporate development, investment banking, and strategy management. His previous roles include leadership positions at HPE and AIG.
The Technology and AI organization aims to integrate technology and AI development, cybersecurity, and Nokia Bell Labs expertise, while the Strategy and Corporate Development organization will focus on Nokia’s development, strategic partnerships, mergers and acquisitions, and NGP Capital operations.
The organizational changes are part of Nokia’s efforts to enhance its focus on technology, strategy, and corporate development as it positions itself for future growth.
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