Waldemar Sakalus
About Waldemar Sakalus
Waldemar Sakalus is a Director at TomTom with extensive experience in business development and strategic partnerships, having held senior roles at Microsoft and Nokia.
Current Role at TomTom
Waldemar Sakalus serves as a Director at TomTom, starting from 2023. Based in Seattle, Washington, United States, he is responsible for guiding strategic initiatives and overseeing departmental progress. With an extensive background in leadership roles, he contributes to TomTom's mission of advancing location technology and mapping solutions.
Previous Experience at Microsoft
Waldemar Sakalus held several key positions at Microsoft from 2014 to 2022. He served as Senior Director, Maps, for 1 year in Bellevue, Washington, where he led mapping strategies. Before that, he was the Senior Director, Business Development for 6 years in Redmond, focusing on key partnerships and growth strategies. He also held Chief of Staff roles for both the Phones and Smart Devices segments, supporting executive leadership in strategy execution and organizational management.
Leadership at Nokia
Waldemar Sakalus’ tenure at Nokia spanned from 2002 to 2015, where he held various leadership roles, including Vice President positions. His roles included VP of the Microsoft Alliance, VP of Business Development for the Mobile Solutions Unit, and VP of Device Experiences. His work at Nokia covered multiple regions, including Finland, Germany, and Denmark, where he played a crucial role in the company's strategic alliances, business development, and integration with Microsoft.
Educational Background
Waldemar Sakalus earned an MBA from INSEAD, which is renowned for its global business education. He also holds an MSc in Telecommunications from Warsaw University of Technology. These qualifications provided him with a solid foundation in business administration and technical expertise, supporting his extensive career in high-profile innovative companies.
Expertise in Business Development and Strategy
Waldemar Sakalus has significant expertise in managing global business development initiatives, focusing on enterprise technology partnerships and planning. His skills in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and go-to-market (GTM) strategy have been instrumental in forging and maintaining strategic alliances. His excellent communication and analytical skills are central to his success in driving positive outcomes for companies he has been associated with.