Abdullah AlSuaybi, PhD, MBA, PMP®, PRINCE2®,MSP®,CSM®,APTD® in

Abdullah AlSuaybi, PhD, MBA, PMP®, PRINCE2®,MSP®,CSM®,APTD®

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Digital Transformation Program Manager at Nokia
📍 Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Abdullah is a senior telecom expert with over 14 years of experience driving digital transformation at Nokia. He specializes in 5. 5G/6G, AI/ML integration, and RAN evolution, aligning technology projects with global advancements. He holds a PhD from De Montfort University and an MBA from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.

Beyond his corporate role, Abdullah is a passionate educator and entrepreneur. He founded IETC, a corporate training and consulting firm, to develop talent in emerging technologies. He also co-founded the Innovation and Technology Association, reflecting his commitment to fostering broader tech ecosystems and a culture of growth.

He received an Excellence Award from the Saudi Ambassador to the UK for his PhD research achievements.

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Experience
13 Years
Current Role
Digital Transformation Program Manager
Job Level
Middle
Location
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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Future Networks (6G)
His recent social media activity focuses on shaping AI-Native 6G networks and advancements in spectrum strategy, indicating a strong professional focus on next-generation telecom.
AI in Telecom
He has led AI-centric consulting programs and worked with Bell Labs on an AI-based cloud solution, showing deep experience in applying AI to mobile networks.
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Career

Work history

9-2021
Digital Transformation Program Manager
Nokia
3-2021 - 9-2024
Technical Innovation Ecosystem Manager
Nokia
1-2019 - 8-2021
RAN Planning and Design Senior Lead STC
Nokia
7-2012
Founder and CEO
IETC International Enabling Training and Consulting
1-2017 - 5-2024
Co-Founder & Board of Directors Chairman
Innovation and Technology Association
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Education
1-2018 - 8-2022
Master of Business Administration - MBA
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
2012 - 2016
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
De Montfort University
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