Elvin J La Fontaine
About Elvin J La Fontaine
Elvin J La Fontaine serves as the VP Region Director APAC at Mirantis, where he has worked since 2017. He has extensive experience in sales cycle management and team leadership across various industries, including telecommunications and finance.
Work at Mirantis
Elvin J La Fontaine has been serving as the VP Region Director APAC at Mirantis since 2017. Based in Melbourne, Australia, he has held this position for seven years. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing operations and strategic initiatives within the Asia-Pacific region, leveraging his extensive experience in the technology and telecommunications sectors.
Previous Experience at Ericsson
Prior to his current role at Mirantis, La Fontaine worked at Ericsson Australia New Zealand in various capacities. He served as the APAC Head of Key Client Engagements from 2015 to 2016 and as the Head of Client Operations for Key Account ANZ from 2016 to 2017. Additionally, he was the Regional Programme Director at Ericsson from 2012 to 2015, contributing to significant projects in Melbourne.
Education and Expertise
La Fontaine has a strong educational background, having studied at Monash University where he earned a Graduate Diploma in Banking & Finance and a Master's in Business. He also holds a Bachelor's degree in Applied Science with a focus on Computer Science, Statistics, and Operations Research. Furthermore, he is pursuing a Master's in International Relations at the University of Melbourne, which complements his extensive expertise in managing sales cycles and stakeholder relationships.
Background in Telecommunications and Technology
La Fontaine has over two decades of experience in the telecommunications and technology industries. His career includes significant roles at Amdocs, IBM, Siemens, and Alcatel-Lucent, where he managed operations and client services. His expertise encompasses complex system integration, application modernization, cloud infrastructure, and containerization technologies, making him a knowledgeable leader in these fields.
Leadership and Team Management
La Fontaine is recognized for his ability to lead international teams and manage executive-level stakeholder relationships. He has a proven track record of building strong, successful teams across various sectors, including telecommunications, banking, finance, and utilities. His approach emphasizes calmness under pressure and a persistent focus on achieving critical business outcomes.