Mavenir Appoints Erin Mulligan Nelson as Independent Director

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Mavenir has appointed Erin Mulligan Nelson as an Independent Director on its Board, effective April 12. Nelson's extensive experience in digital and software sectors is expected to enhance Mavenir's strategic direction, particularly in new software business models.

Previously, she served as CEO of Bonterra and has held leadership roles at Social Solutions and Dell. Her insights in sales growth and software transformation are anticipated to be valuable for Mavenir as it advances in 5G and cloud-native technologies.

Positive

• Erin Mulligan Nelson brings significant expertise in digital and software business models.
• Her previous experience at leading firms like Dell is likely to enhance board strategies.
• Expected to strengthen Mavenir's position in 5G and cloud-native applications.

Negative

• Potential concerns about continuity and alignment with existing board members.

RICHARDSON, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Mavenir, the Network Software Provider building the future of networks with cloud-native software that runs on any cloud and transforms the way the world connects, announced today the appointment of Erin Mulligan Nelson to its Board of Directors as an Independent Director, effective April 12.

“We are pleased to welcome Erin to Mavenir’s Board of Directors. Erin’s vast experience in digital, software, applications, SaaS business models, and marketing will make her a valuable addition to the Board, particularly as Mavenir embraces new software business models,” said Hubert De Pesquidoux, Executive Chairman of Mavenir and Executive Partner at Siris.

“I am very pleased and honored to join Mavenir’s Board. Mavenir’s leadership position as a network software provider and its innovative approach to solving customer challenges is compelling.” said Erin Mulligan Nelson. “I look forward to joining Mavenir’s exciting journey in 5G, OpenRAN, Enterprise Private Networking, and Cloud-Native Software and Applications.”

Since 2021, Ms. Nelson has been Chief Executive Officer and Director of Bonterra, a public benefit corporation that is the combination of a four-company rollup including Social Solutions, CyberGrants, EveryAction and Network for Good which has become the second-largest and fastest-growing social good software platform. Before leading Bonterra, Ms. Nelson was Chief Executive Officer and Director of Social Solutions, and prior to that, she was the CEO of Calytera, a private equity-backed government technology software company. Ms. Nelson spent 11 years at Dell, Inc., including as Global Chief Marketing Officer, where she stewarded the $13.5 billion Dell.com e-commerce business, Corporate Social Responsibility, and Dell’s global marketing strategy.

“As an accomplished business leader, Erin’s knowledge and experience in accelerating sales growth, software transformation, and business model evolution make her an ideal addition to Mavenir’s Board,” said Pardeep Kohli, President and CEO of Mavenir. “We look forward to the insights and guidance she will provide as we welcome her to the company.”

She currently serves as an Independent Director and member of the Audit Committee for Skyline Champion (NYSE:SKY), and as an Advisor to the Dean’s Council at her alma mater, The University of Texas McCombs School of Business. In addition, Ms. Mulligan Nelson is a Fellow of the National Association of Corporate Directors and an alumna of the Northwestern University Kellogg School of Management’s Women’s Director Development Program. She has been recognized multiple times as one of the 50 most powerful women in technology by the National Diversity Council.

About Mavenir:

Mavenir is building the future of networks and pioneering advanced technology, focusing on the vision of a single, software-based automated network that runs on any cloud. As the industry's only end-to-end, cloud-native network software provider, Mavenir is focused on transforming the way the world connects, accelerating software network transformation for 250+ Communications Service Providers and Enterprises in over 120 countries, which serve more than 50% of the world’s subscribers. www.mavenir.com

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Maryvonne Tubb

PR@mavenir.com

Source: Mavenir

FAQ

Who is Erin Mulligan Nelson, and what is her role at Mavenir?

Erin Mulligan Nelson has been appointed as an Independent Director on Mavenir's Board effective April 12.

What experience does Erin Mulligan Nelson bring to Mavenir?

She has extensive experience in software and digital sectors, having served as CEO of Bonterra and held leadership roles at Dell.

How might Erin Mulligan Nelson's appointment impact Mavenir's strategy?

Her expertise in sales growth and software transformation is expected to enhance Mavenir's strategic direction, particularly in new software business models.

What is Mavenir's focus as a network software provider?

Mavenir focuses on transforming networks with cloud-native software, particularly in 5G and automated network solutions.