Yakov Shapira
About Yakov Shapira
Yakov Shapira is the Project Management Group Manager for the Integrated & Defense Solutions Division at Ribbon Communications, where he has worked since 2020. He has extensive experience in project management, having previously held positions at Nortel Networks, ECI Telecom, GENBAND, and serves as a board member of the Project Management Institute, Israel Chapter.
Current Role at Ribbon Communications
Yakov Shapira serves as the Project Management Group Manager in the Integrated & Defense Solutions Division at Ribbon Communications. He has held this position since 2020, contributing to the implementation of advanced technology projects. His role involves managing diverse teams, including application engineers, logistics, and support engineers, to achieve business objectives. He oversees critical project documentation, such as Scope of Work and Work Breakdown Structures, ensuring that projects are executed effectively.
Previous Experience at Nortel Networks
Yakov Shapira worked at Nortel Networks from 2004 to 2010. He initially served as a Technical Account Manager for two years before transitioning to the role of Senior Project Manager, where he worked for four years. His experience at Nortel Networks provided him with a solid foundation in project management and technical account management.
Experience at GENBAND and ECI Telecom
At GENBAND, Yakov Shapira held the position of Customer Operations Leader from 2010 to 2018, where he focused on customer engagement and operations management for eight years. He also worked at ECI Telecom as a Project Manager for one year, from 2019 to 2020, further enhancing his project management skills in the telecommunications sector.
Educational Background
Yakov Shapira has a diverse educational background. He studied at the University of Derby, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from 2002 to 2004 and a Master of Business Administration from 2004 to 2005. Additionally, he attended the School of Practical Engineering at Tel Aviv University, where he studied Electronics and obtained a Practical Engineering degree from 1994 to 1996.
Professional Affiliations and Contributions
Yakov Shapira is actively involved in the Project Management Institute, Israel Chapter, where he serves as a board member. In his professional capacity, he performs risk analysis to identify potential failure points in projects, demonstrating his commitment to effective project management and risk mitigation.