STL has announced Rahul Puri’s promotion to Chief Executive Officer (CEO), of the Optical Networking Business (ONB). Prior to this, Rahul was serving as the Vice President and General Manager – EMEIA & APAC. “I’m happy to share that I’m starting a new position as Chief Executive Officer at STL – Sterlite Technologies Limited,” said Puri on his LinkedIN profile.
Rahul Puri is an accomplished business leader with over 24 years of global cross-functional expertise in business development, sales, marketing, operations and product management. Throughout his career, Rahul has worked with some of the world’s leading technology and telecom companies, including Apple, Samsung, Sony Ericsson, Reliance, and Airtel, across diverse geographies. His unwavering belief in innovation and a relentless customer-first approach enabled him to scale businesses successfully, secure long-term agreements with top telecommunications providers, and advise on high-impact strategic investments.
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Commenting on Rahul Puri’s promotion, Ankit Agarwal, Managing Director, STL, said: “Rahul’s extensive industry experience, combined with his global perspective, positions him as a transformative force in shaping the future of telecom and technology. His leadership will be pivotal in driving STL’s next phase of growth. I am confident that he will play a crucial role as ONB pushes forward with its expansion and strengthens its position in the global market.”
Puri has been an integral part of the company’s growth and strategic initiatives. He has been instrumental in expanding STL’s presence in key global markets, significantly increasing business across the telecom and technology sectors, said a statement from the company. “am excited about the opportunities ahead of us. Our focus will continue to drive growth across key markets, including the US, EMEA and India. Our strategy emphasizes profitable and sustainable growth, underpinned by a commitment to operational excellence while maintaining deep, impactful connections with our customers,” added Puri on his appointment.
