NEC Corporation has announced the promotion of Masayuki Kayahara to Senior Vice President of the Global Network Division, marking a new chapter in the company’s global network strategy and leadership.
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With over 25 years of experience at NEC, Kayahara has been a driving force behind the company’s global telecommunications initiatives. His career began in 1999, and over the decades, he has held numerous leadership positions that have shaped NEC’s global business development, particularly within the communications domain.
Most recently, Kayahara served as General Manager of the Service Provider Solutions Department within NEC’s 5G Business Division under the Telecom Services Business Unit. In this position, he was responsible for overseeing business and solution development for communication service provider (CSP) customers outside of Japan. His work involved leveraging NEC’s cutting-edge technologies—including wireless and optical communications, IP, and packet transmission—and forming strategic alliances with key global partners to bring holistic solutions to the global market.
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Kayahara’s appointment to SVP reflects NEC’s commitment to further expanding its global network footprint. His experience across continents, particularly in Latin America, has equipped him with a strong understanding of the nuanced needs of regional markets. During his tenure in Brazil, Kayahara served as General Manager and Head of the Service Provider Business Unit at NEC Latin America. There, he led efforts to build a resilient business structure and improve support services for local and regional service providers—an achievement that continues to benefit NEC’s operations in the region.
Throughout his career, Kayahara has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to innovation, strategic partnership development, and delivering value to global CSPs. His expertise in 5G, optical and IP transport networks, and his proven leadership in building cross-border alliances have positioned him as a key asset at NEC.
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