Mauricio Akiyama
About Mauricio Akiyama
Mauricio Akiyama is the Global Professional Services Business Development lead at Arista Networks, with extensive experience in managing IT professional services across Latin America and North America.
Current Role at Arista Networks
Since 2020, Mauricio Akiyama has been serving as Global Professional Services Business Development at Arista Networks. In this role, he focuses on developing business strategies and fostering professional service engagements on a global scale. Leveraging his extensive background in telecommunications and network solutions, he plays a crucial role in driving the growth and success of Arista Networks' professional services.
Professional Services Experience at Juniper Networks
Mauricio Akiyama worked at Juniper Networks from 2013 to 2020. During this period, he held multiple roles including Professional Services Business Development, Professional Services Bid Manager Team Lead, and Professional Services Bid Manager. His work focused on managing bid processes, leading teams, and developing business strategies for professional services in the Vancouver, Canada area.
Leadership Roles at Nortel Networks
Mauricio Akiyama spent a significant portion of his career at Nortel Networks, from 1999 to 2009. He held various leadership positions including Senior Project Manager, Quality Prime, and Project Director for multiple clients such as Vivo, Telefonica, and Global Village Telecom. These roles were based primarily in the Sao Paulo and Curitiba areas of Brazil, where he excelled in managing telecommunications projects and ensuring high service quality.
Educational Background and Certifications
Mauricio Akiyama holds a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) from Instituto Nacional de Telecomunicacoes, where he studied from 1985 to 1994. Additionally, he earned a Technician degree from Escola Tecnica de Eletronica Francisco Moreira da Costa, studying from 1985 to 1989. He is also a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) with PMI certification number 1241487, underscoring his expertise in project management.
Technical Specializations and Skills
Mauricio Akiyama specializes in several key areas of IT and telecommunications, including IP security, IP routing, IP switching, and cloud infrastructure. His extensive experience across Latin America and North America has equipped him with excellent communication and negotiation skills. Known for his confidence and adaptability, he is highly organized and thorough in his professional endeavors.