Selmane B. Slama
About Selmane B. Slama
Selmane B. Slama serves as the VP of Sales Engineering for EMEA and APAC at Ribbon Communications, having transitioned to this role in 2023 after a notable career at Juniper Networks, where he held various leadership positions in sales engineering from 2010 to 2022.
Current Role at Ribbon Communications
Selmane B. Slama serves as the Vice President of Sales Engineering for EMEA and APAC at Ribbon Communications. He has held this position since 2023 and is based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing sales engineering efforts across these regions, focusing on enhancing customer engagement and driving revenue growth through technical sales strategies.
Previous Experience at Juniper Networks
Prior to his current role, Selmane B. Slama worked at Juniper Networks in various capacities. He was the Head of EMEA & CALA Sales Engineering from 2020 to 2022 and held the position of SE Director for EMEA SP, CALA & Emerging from 2015 to 2020. His tenure at Juniper Networks included roles such as Account Manager for Orange Group Affiliates and Sales Lead for Cloud Providers in Europe, showcasing his extensive experience in technical sales and account management.
Early Career and Technical Background
Selmane B. Slama began his career in the technology sector as a Presales Engineer at NETCOM in Tunisia from 1996 to 1998. He later worked at MARCONI COMMUNICATIONS as a Senior Systems Engineer in Southern Europe from 2000 to 2004. His early roles laid the foundation for his expertise in technical sales and systems engineering, which he further developed during his time at Juniper Networks.
Education and Technical Expertise
Selmane B. Slama studied Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications at Ecole nationale des sciences informatiques from 1992 to 1996. This educational background provided him with a strong technical foundation that supports his career in sales engineering. He is recognized for his analytical skills and ability to adapt to new technologies quickly.
Communication and Team Building Skills
Selmane B. Slama is known for his authentic communication style and ability to relate well to individuals at all levels within an organization. He possesses superior analytical skills and excels in team building, fostering collaboration across different environments. His adaptive and visionary approach has contributed to his success in developing go-to-market strategies that enhance sales and revenue.