Fabián Monge has been appointed as the new President for North Latin America and the Caribbean at Ericsson, making him the first Latin American to hold this position.
With this appointment, Ericsson aims to drive the adoption and positioning of 5G as part of its commitment to connectivity and bridging the digital divide in the various countries that make up the region.
"Given his extensive experience and proven track record in the technology and telecommunications industry, Monge is well-positioned to lead Ericsson's operations in one of the most diverse and dynamic regions in the world," the company stated in a press release.
North Latin America and the Caribbean are key market areas for Ericsson, covering more than 39 territories, 7 different languages, and 2 factories.
Fabián Monge previously served as interim President for Ericsson in North Latin America and the Caribbean for approximately five months, as well as Country Manager for Ericsson Mexico.
In his new role, Fabián Monge will lead Ericsson's efforts to promote the adoption of 5G networks in Latin America, with a focus on fostering innovation, strengthening competitiveness, and increasing productivity in the region.
Mexico, as the first Latin American market to have commercial 5G services, currently boasts over 10 million 5G users across 125 cities.
As 5G network deployment continues in the region, Fabián will work to create an environment conducive to widespread adoption and utilization of 5G technology among the population, government, academia, and businesses.
"I am thrilled to take on the leadership of a region with such potential and talent. Connectivity enables sustainable development, from driving economic growth and enabling access to education to addressing climate change," affirmed Fabian Monge.
"We will continue to promote new solutions for climate action and sustainably strengthen economies and societies. Digitalization is key to addressing the greatest challenge of our time: climate change. 5G solutions could potentially reduce emissions by 20% globally. We are optimistic about the positive impact that the ICT industry can bring to Latin American communities, and we will continue to make the unimaginable possible,” expressed Monge.
