Wissam Saliba
About Wissam Saliba
Wissam Saliba serves as the Regional Sales Director for the Middle East, Turkey, and Pakistan at Sandvine, where he has worked since 2019. He has a strong background in sales and engineering, with previous roles at companies such as VIAVI Solutions, Qualcomm, and Arista Networks.
Current Role at Sandvine
Wissam Saliba serves as the Regional Sales Director for the Middle East, Turkey, and Pakistan at Sandvine. He has held this position since 2019 and operates from Dubai, United Arab Emirates. In this role, he is responsible for driving sales initiatives and establishing market presence in a competitive landscape.
Previous Experience in Sales Management
Prior to his current role, Wissam Saliba worked at several notable companies in sales management positions. He was the Regional Sales Manager for the Middle East and Africa at VIAVI Solutions from 2011 to 2017. He also held the position of Regional Sales Manager at Arista Networks from 2017 to 2019, and at ST Engineering iDirect during the same period. His experience spans various regions, including the GCC and Turkey.
Engineering Background and Education
Wissam Saliba has a strong educational background in engineering. He earned a Bachelor's Degree in Computer and Communications Engineering from McGill University from 1997 to 2001. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master's Degree in Engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology from 2001 to 2003. Additionally, he holds a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics from the American University of Beirut.
Technical Experience and Early Career
Wissam Saliba began his career in technical roles, including a position as a Senior Design Engineer at PMC-Sierra (now Microsemi) from 2002 to 2003. He also worked as a Senior Solution Engineer at Qualcomm from 2004 to 2007. His early experience includes serving as a Teaching Assistant at McGill University from 1999 to 2002, where he supported engineering education.
Language Proficiency and Market Engagement
Wissam Saliba is fluent in English, Arabic, and French. This linguistic proficiency enables him to effectively engage with diverse markets and overcome cultural and language barriers. His communication skills contribute to his success in establishing new international markets, particularly in the Middle East, Turkey, and Africa.