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Philippe Keryer

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SEVP Strategy, Research and Technology, EXCOM member at Thales
📍 Greater Paris Metropolitan Region, France

Philippe Keryer is the Executive Vice President for Strategy, Research, and Technology at Thales, where he drives the companys innovation agenda. An alumnus of CentraleSupélec and EDHEC Business School, he has a distinguished career in the telecommunications and defense industries, with deep expertise in technology strategy and corporate development.

Philippe has demonstrated a commitment to social impact, having previously served as the Chairman of the Alcatel-Lucent Foundation. This role involved direct engagement with sustainable development and social innovation initiatives, reflecting a broader interest in technologys role in society.

He was a key architect in the strategic merger between Alcatel-Lucent and Nokia, a landmark event in the telecom industry.

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Experience
34 Years
Current Role
SEVP Strategy, Research and Technology, EXCOM member
Location
Greater Paris Metropolitan Region, France
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Priorities

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Trusted AI Systems
He frequently speaks on developing AI that is ethical, transparent, and explainable, especially for mission-critical applications in defense and security through Thales's cortAIx accelerator.
Strategic Innovation
His career is defined by leading strategy and innovation, from repositioning Alcatel-Lucent and revitalizing Bell Labs to driving Thales's recognition as a top global innovator.
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Career

Work history

1-2016
SEVP Strategy, Research and Technology, EXCOM member
Thales
6-2013 - 1-2016
Chief Strategy & Innovation Officer, EXCOM member
Alcatel-Lucent
11-2009 - 6-2013
Executive VP, President Networks Group, EXCOM member
Alcatel-Lucent
1-2007 - 11-2009
President, Alcatel-Lucent Mobile Access Division
Alcatel-Lucent
1-2005 - 12-2006
President, Mobile Radio Division within Alcatel Mobile Communications Group
Alcatel-Lucent
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Media appearances

Interview - Philippe Keryer, EVP, Strategy, Research and Technology (Thales). Featured in YouTube
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Thales appoints Philippe Keryer as Executive Vice President Strategy, Research and Technology. Featured in Thales Group Press Release
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Education
1987 - 1988
Master's degree
EDHEC Business School
1984 - 1987
Engineer's degree
CentraleSupélec
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