Daniele Abbadessa is a seasoned telecom leader with over 30 years of international experience driving innovation and transformation across global markets. He leads strategic architecture initiatives in areas such as NaaS, and SDN, shaping technology roadmaps and strengthening collaborations with key industry players. Before joining Deutsche Telekom, Daniele held senior positions at leading international enterprises and a start‑up, delivering cutting‑edge product innovation and world‑first technology demonstrations. Daniele holds a PhD in Electronic Engineering and an MBA, and he is author of multiple granted patents.