Sam Bucci
About Sam Bucci
Sam Bucci serves as the Chief Operating Officer at Ribbon Communications, where he has worked since 2022. With extensive experience in the telecommunications sector, he previously held senior positions at Nokia and Nortel, demonstrating a strong ability to lead teams and improve operational performance.
Current Role at Ribbon Communications
Sam Bucci serves as the Chief Operating Officer (COO) at Ribbon Communications, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he oversees various operational aspects of the company, focusing on enhancing performance and driving growth. Prior to his current role, he was the Executive Vice President of IP/SDN Networking at Ribbon Communications, starting in 2020. His leadership is characterized by a commitment to building high-performance teams and improving operational efficiency.
Previous Experience at Nokia
Before joining Ribbon Communications, Sam Bucci worked at Nokia for 11 years, from 2009 to 2020. He held the position of Executive Vice President and General Manager for Optical Networking and XaaS Software Solutions. During his tenure, he developed expertise in selling to Telecom Service Providers, the Enterprise sector, and Public Networking segments. His experience at Nokia contributed to his strong background in the telecommunications industry.
Career at Nortel
Sam Bucci has extensive experience from his time at Nortel, where he held several key positions. He served as Senior Vice President of Global Business Development and Channel Sales from 2006 to 2009. Prior to that, he was Vice President and General Manager of Transport and Ethernet Networking Solutions from 2002 to 2006. His career at Nortel began as Vice President of Channel Business Development from 1999 to 2002. These roles provided him with a solid foundation in business development and channel management.
Education and Technical Skills
Sam Bucci earned a Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering from McGill University. His educational background supports his technical expertise in the telecommunications field. He is fluent in English and Italian, and has basic proficiency in French, which enhances his ability to work in international environments.
Management Style and Skills
Sam Bucci possesses hands-on, people-centric management skills. He emphasizes the importance of applying the best talent to achieve organizational objectives. His proven track record includes turning around underperforming operations and building high-performance international teams, demonstrating his capability in leadership and operational management.