Azita Arvani, Stanford Sloan Fellow
Education
Stanford University Graduate School of Business
MS, Management 1998-01-01 - 1999-01-01
University of Southern California
MS, Computer Science -
UCLA
BS, Math-Computer Science -Work Experience
Sensors Converge
Current
Sensors Converge
Tennant Company
Current
Tennant Company
Arvani Group
Current
Arvani Group
Vuzix Corporation
2021-06-01 - 2024-06-01
Vuzix Corporation
Rakuten Symphony
2020-02-01 - 2023-09-01
Rakuten Symphony
Open RAN Policy Coalition
2020-05-01 - 2023-09-01
Open RAN Policy Coalition
Nokia
2011-09-01 - 2019-03-01
Nokia
Arvani Group, Inc.
2001-06-01 - 2011-10-01
Arvani Group, Inc.
ActiveSky
2000-05-01 - 2001-06-01
ActiveSky
Xerox
1996-09-01 - 2000-05-01
Xerox
Skills
Summary
I am a seasoned global executive with a passion for driving AI-led transformations and delivering impactful innovation across the Technology and Communications sectors. My career spans both startups and Fortune 500 companies, where I have successfully combined cutting-edge technology, strategic leadership, and go-to-market expertise to create business growth. As the former CEO of Rakuten Symphony North America, I led transformative initiatives and partnerships in advanced telecommunications, including the adoption of Open RAN solutions and securing multi-billion-dollar grants for 5G infrastructure development. I have deep expertise in AI, Cloud, and telecommunications technologies, which I leverage to enable growth and digital transformation for businesses at scale. My go-to-market strategies have been instrumental in driving the successful launch and adoption of these innovations. In addition to my executive roles, I currently serve as an Independent Director on the board of Tennant Corporation, contributing to governance, strategy, and innovation. I previously served as a director at Vuzix Corporation, where I helped drive strategic initiatives in AR and smart glasses technology. I pride myself on being a hands-on leader and mentor, fostering high-performing teams and developing strong relationships with stakeholders. My approach combines a strategic vision with the ability to execute at a tactical level, ensuring that technological innovation drives measurable business results. I hold a Master of Science in Management from Stanford University (Sloan Fellow), a Master of Science in Computer Science from the University of Southern California, and a Bachelor of Science in Math/Computer Science (Magna Cum Laude) from the University of California, Los Angeles.
