Nicolas Holtshausen
About Nicolas Holtshausen
Nicolas Holtshausen is a seasoned Sales Director with over 25 years of experience in the telecommunications sector in Africa. He has held various leadership positions at notable companies, including SAP, iBasis, and Sinch, and is currently a Telecommunications Consultant.
Current Role at Sinch
Nicolas Holtshausen serves as the Sales Director at Sinch, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for driving sales strategies and managing client relationships within the telecommunications sector. His expertise in sales and technology enables him to effectively address customer needs and promote innovative solutions.
Previous Experience in Telecommunications
Before joining Sinch, Holtshausen held various roles in the telecommunications industry. He worked as the Global Account Director for Africa at Sinch from 2020 to 2021. His experience also includes positions at SAP as Global Account Director for Telco Africa from 2017 to 2020, and as Mobile Sales Manager for MEA at iBasis from 2010 to 2013. These roles contributed to his extensive knowledge of the African telecommunications market.
Career Background
Holtshausen's career spans over 25 years in sales, product management, and support within the African enterprise and telecommunications markets. He has worked at several notable companies, including Gateway Communications, where he held multiple positions such as Strategic Account Manager and Commercial Manager. His early career included a role at IBM as a Network Support Engineer, providing him with a solid technical foundation.
Education and Qualifications
Nicolas Holtshausen studied at Lyttelton Manor High School in Centurion, Pretoria, where he completed his Matric from 1985 to 1989. This educational background laid the groundwork for his career in telecommunications and technology, equipping him with essential skills for his future roles.
Consulting and Advisory Roles
In addition to his current position at Sinch, Holtshausen has been working as an Independent Telecommunications Consultant since 2009. This role allows him to leverage his extensive experience to provide strategic advice and solutions to clients in the telecommunications sector, further enhancing his impact on the industry.