AXIAN, the pan-African telecoms operator, has appointed Vivek Badrinath as a non-executive director. With a wealth of experience in telecom leadership, including his tenure as CEO and board chair of Vantage Towers AG, Badrinath brings invaluable expertise to AXIAN’s board.
During his time at Vantage Towers, Badrinath oversaw significant milestones, including the formation of the towers company, its IPO, and eventual sale to private equity. Under his leadership, Vantage Towers managed 88,000 telecom towers across eight European countries, demonstrating his strategic vision and operational prowess.
Hassanein Hiridjee, AXIAN chairman, expressed confidence in Badrinath’s ability to drive strategic growth and enhance connectivity across Africa. With AXIAN’s mission of responsible expansion and commitment to improving lives through connectivity, Badrinath’s leadership aligns perfectly with the company’s vision.
Vivek Badrinath, in response to his appointment, expressed his dedication to leveraging his experience to contribute meaningfully to AXIAN’s goals. With over 38 million consumers served across eight African countries, AXIAN Telecom is poised for continued growth and impact under Badrinath’s guidance.
