Peter Rivera
About Peter Rivera
Peter Rivera serves as the Executive Vice President of Strategic Accounts at Sorenson Communications, where he focuses on solutions for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility for Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals. He has over two decades of experience in strategic sales and leadership roles across various telecommunications companies.
Work at Sorenson
Peter Rivera serves as the Executive Vice President of Strategic Accounts at Sorenson Communications, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he leads the Strategic, Enterprise, Public Sector, and Education business units. Rivera manages an enterprise budget of approximately $100 million annually. He focuses on providing solutions that enhance Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEI&A), particularly for Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals. His leadership includes overseeing a team comprising three Vice Presidents and twenty-five direct support personnel across the USA and Europe.
Previous Experience at América Móvil
Before joining Sorenson, Peter Rivera worked at América Móvil for six years, from 2016 to 2022, as Vice President of Strategic Sales & Alliances for Claro USA. His tenure at América Móvil also included serving as Executive Director of Alliance Business & Global Sales for Telmex USA from 2005 to 2016. In these roles, Rivera contributed to strategic sales initiatives and alliance management, enhancing the company's market presence.
Education and Expertise
Peter Rivera studied at Miami Dade College, where he earned an Associate of Arts degree in International Relations. He furthered his education at Columbia University, completing a Master Class for CXOs in Leadership in the Digital Age and a CIO Leadership Workshop, both resulting in certificates. These educational experiences have equipped him with knowledge in Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management, enhancing his leadership capabilities in the technology sector.
Career Background
Peter Rivera has a diverse career in sales and management, beginning at AT&T - Get Wireless Now as a Senior Key Account Manager from 1991 to 1995. He then served as a Senior Corporate Account Manager at AT&T Mobility from 1998 to 1999. Rivera also worked at IMPSAT Fiber Networks Inc as Senior Sales Manager for Latin America & Caribbean from 1999 to 2004. His extensive background in telecommunications and strategic sales has shaped his approach to leadership and business development.
Leadership and Team Management
In his current role at Sorenson Communications, Peter Rivera leads a team that includes three Vice Presidents and twenty-five direct support personnel. His leadership is characterized by a focus on collaboration and strategic direction, ensuring that the team effectively addresses the needs of clients, particularly in the areas of Video Remote Interpreting and Real-Time Captioning (CART). Rivera's management style emphasizes the importance of inclusivity and accessibility in service delivery.