Hideki Tanaka
About Hideki Tanaka
Hideki Tanaka is a Senior Account Manager at Ribbon Communications, where he has worked since 2016. He previously held roles at Cisco Systems and Juniper Networks, focusing on business development and project management in the telecommunications sector.
Work at Ribbon Communications
Hideki Tanaka has been serving as a Senior Account Manager at Ribbon Communications since 2016. In this role, he focuses on managing client relationships and driving business growth in Tokyo, Japan. His extensive experience in account management and business development supports Ribbon's objectives in the telecommunications sector.
Experience at Cisco Systems
Tanaka worked at Cisco Systems G.K. as a Senior Sales Business Development Manager from 2013 to 2015. During his tenure, he supported NTT partners of Cisco in their business development efforts. He also led the Inclusion and Diversity Leadership Team at Cisco Japan, promoting flexible work practices and fostering an inclusive workplace culture.
Previous Roles in Telecommunications
Before his time at Cisco, Tanaka held positions at Juniper Networks and Newbridge Networks. He worked as an Account Manager at Juniper Networks for two months in 1999 and spent three years at Newbridge Networks from 1996 to 1999. These roles contributed to his foundational knowledge and skills in the telecommunications industry.
Education and Expertise
Hideki Tanaka studied at Osaka Prefectural University from 1985 to 1989. His educational background provides him with a solid foundation in the technical and business aspects of telecommunications, which he has applied throughout his career in various managerial roles.
Achievements in Project Management
Tanaka has managed significant projects in his career, including the IP core network and IT projects for NTT docomo while at Cisco. He achieved a strategic win with the CRS-1 core network integration project at KDDI and led the IP-VPN project for KDDI as an account manager, showcasing his capability in handling complex telecommunications projects.