Naveen Bhat
About Naveen Bhat
Naveen Bhat serves as the Managing Director for APAC at Sandvine since 2020 and has extensive experience in the technology sector, including a previous role as Managing Director at Ixia. He holds a Doctor of Philosophy from the University of Maryland and a Bachelor of Engineering from the National Institute of Technology Karnataka.
Work at Sandvine
Naveen Bhat has served as the Managing Director for the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region at Sandvine since 2020. In this role, he oversees operations and strategic initiatives within the APAC market. His leadership has been instrumental in driving the company's growth and presence in this region. Sandvine focuses on providing network intelligence solutions, and Bhat's experience in the telecommunications industry contributes to the company's objectives.
Current Role at Ixia
In addition to his position at Sandvine, Naveen Bhat is also the Managing Director for Asia Pacific at Ixia, a role he has held since 2016. Based in Calabasas, California, he manages the company's operations and strategic direction in the Asia Pacific region. His extensive experience in the tech industry supports Ixia's mission to deliver innovative solutions for network performance and security.
Education and Expertise
Naveen Bhat holds a Bachelor of Engineering degree from the National Institute of Technology Karnataka, where he studied from 1983 to 1987. He furthered his education at the University of Maryland, earning a Doctor of Philosophy degree between 1987 and 1990. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his roles in technology and management within the telecommunications sector.
Previous Experience at Nokia
Before his current roles, Naveen Bhat worked at Nokia as the Director for Network Operations Support (NOS) for the APAC region from 2000 to 2005. In this position, he was responsible for overseeing network operations and support services, contributing to Nokia's presence and effectiveness in the Asia Pacific market. His experience at Nokia adds to his expertise in managing complex telecommunications projects.