Jacques Cattelin

Jacques Cattelin currently serves as the Head of Optic Delivery at Nokia, where he leverages over two decades of expertise in project management within the IT and Telecom sectors. In this strategic leadership role, Jacques oversees a substantial annual revenue stream of approximately 50 million euros, managing a team of 10 highly skilled project managers. His primary focus is on the deployment and extension of backbone DWDM (Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing) equipment, which is critical for enabling high-capacity, scalable optical networks for CSP (Communication Service Provider) customers. Jacques’s deep understanding of optical transport networks, combined with his strong project governance and operations management skills, ensures the successful delivery of complex infrastructure projects in dynamic and often challenging environments.

Under his leadership, Nokia has undergone significant transformations aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and elevating customer satisfaction. Jacques’s strategic vision and creative problem-solving abilities have been instrumental in streamlining project execution, optimizing resource allocation, and implementing innovative delivery methodologies. His PMP and PMI-ACP certifications underscore his commitment to best practices in project management, enabling him to navigate the intricacies of large-scale optical deployments with autonomy and precision. Jacques’s expertise in service delivery and project direction ensures that Nokia’s optical infrastructure projects not only meet technical specifications but also align with broader business objectives, fostering long-term customer relationships and driving growth in the competitive telecom landscape. His proactive approach and industry-specific knowledge position him as a key driver of Nokia’s success in delivering cutting-edge optical solutions to CSP clients worldwide.