Industries Technology & Communications Find a Communications and Connectivity Consultant INDUSTRIES Communications and Connectivity The telecommunications industry is weathering transformational changes, driven by increased customer expectations, new digital entrants, high capital costs, commodification, and regulatory complexity. There are new technology opportunities and a growing re-fragmentation, and communications & connectivity providers are playing a crucial role in keeping the world connected. Investor support is high for building the digital infrastructure to support this connectivity, such as fiber, towers, 5G and data centers, but investor confidence also relies on companies securing the right leadership for this era of rapid change and opportunity. At Egon Zehnder, our Communications & Connectivity Practice has partnered with many of the world's top 100 telecom companies to help them build the complex leadership teams they need to drive innovation and manage change at scale. We recognize that the focus must shift from individuals to outstanding teams, composed of exceptional managers with complementary talents, which is why our leadership solutions reach across the organization. We assess organizational structure, culture, and leadership capabilities and chart paths to new business models and more competitive positions. Hundreds of telcos, service providers, and device companies have worked with Egon Zehnder to manage their CEO succession over the past decade. We also work closely with digital infrastructure investors to build new teams from scratch and assess leadership suites—both pre- and post-deal. Newly molded leadership teams encompass tech know-how, entrepreneurial verve, training in dealing with public bodies, and the capacity to navigate a complex regulatory environment. Our global reach and integrated approach empower us to tap into colleagues across the Firm to find and develop executives from consumer, digital, finance, manufacturing, software, and other industries who can bring fresh perspectives and unique skill sets. We also know how to position our teleco industry partners to stand out in a fiercely competitive talent market. We look forward to helping you transform your organization. Find a Communications and Connectivity Consultant Communications and Connectivity Consultants Find a Consultant FEATURED INSIGHT Recruiting A New Class of Exceptional Managers Even as economies are battered by COVID-19, telecommunications are booming, offering a critical lifeline for an anxious world on lockdown. Read more Communications and Connectivity Consultants Diederik Amery BRUSSELS Diederik Amery, based in Belgium and also covering Luxembourg, provides executive and board search, individual and team appraisals, and leadership… Read more Hartmuth von Maltzahn DÜSSELDORF Based in Düsseldorf, Hartmuth von Maltzahn is active in Egon Zehnder’s Industrial and Technology and Communications practices as well as in the firm’s… Read more Markus Keller DÜSSELDORF Markus Keller is an active member of Egon Zehnder’s Digital, Communications, CFO and Private Equity practices. He is a trusted advisor to publicly… Read more David Majtlis AMSTERDAM David Majtlis is based in Amsterdam. David works on CEO succession, senior executive development and coaching, and corporate governance mandates. Read more Kiné Seck Mercier PARIS, JOHANNESBURG Kiné Seck Mercier, based in Paris, is active in Egon Zehnder’s Technology and Communications Practice, with particular expertise in the digital and… Read more Hélène Reltgen PARIS Hélène Reltgen is a Senior Partner at Egon Zehnder, whom she joined in 1999. She leads the Technology & Communications Practice and founded the Global… Read more Frédéric Lepoutre PARIS Frédéric Lepoutre, based in Paris, is active in Egon Zehnder’s Consumer, Media/Entertainment and Retail Practices where he is a trusted advisor to… Read more Sven Petersen LONDON A German-Brazilian living in London, Sven Petersen advises on leadership talent and development across sectors but spends most of his time in the… Read more Load More Thought Leadership | Communications and Connectivity Recruiting A New Class of Exceptional Managers Even as economies are battered by COVID-19, telecommunications are booming, offering a critical lifeline for an anxious world on lockdown. 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