Each generation of wireless network brings new innovations and business models. 5G promises even more opportunities for B2B. It’s still about connecting people, places or things – but that connectivity is fast becoming a commodity: How do you thrive in this environment? How do you differentiate? How can telcos pivot to successfully move beyond connectivity?

About Jan
Prior to his recent position as operating partner at SoftBank, Geldmacher was president of Sprint Business. His extensive background in the global telecommunications industry includes having served as CEO at Vodafone Global Enterprise, CEO of BT (Germany) and head of international networks at Deutsche Telekom. Geldmacher serves as the chairman for Deutsche Giganetz and represents SoftBank on the board of Boston Dynamics.

Edith Kopetz

Dr. Heike Riel is IBM Fellow, Head of Science & Technology and Lead of IBM Research Quantum Europe & Africa. Her work aims to explore new directions in computing, including in Quantum Computing and Technologies, Artificial Intelligence, Nanoscience and Nanotechnology. She has authored more than 150 peer-reviewed publications and filed more than 50 patents, and recently received the prestigious 2022 IEEE Andrew S. Grove Award.

Edith Kopetz

I’m delighted to welcome you to REACH: the telco transformation forum for what I’m hoping will be an incredibly insightful couple of days.

I know firsthand what a challenge transformation is and that learning how to effectively address that challenge is critical to every organisation’s future success.

Over the next two days, we have an engaging schedule of keynotes, interactive sessions, and discussions all led by cross-industry disruptors and leaders. The aim is to help you find the blueprint to success, whether that’s moving the focus beyond connectivity or monetising new services enabled by 5G. I hope you enjoy your time in Munich and I’m excited to follow your journey after the forum.

Steve McMillan, CEO & President, Teradata

Edith Kopetz