Mike S. Zafirovski
President and Chief Executive Officer (Nortel, 2005-2009), Nortel · Canada
Mike S. Zafirovski is the President and Chief Executive Officer (Nortel, 2005-2009) of Nortel. Zafirovski is based in Canada. Earlier roles include positions at Nortel. Zafirovski was born in 1953 in Skopje and educated at PennWest Edinboro.
Macedonian American business executive who served as President and CEO of Nortel Networks from November 2005 to August 2009. He previously spent 24 years at General Electric in various management roles, and worked at Motorola as President and Chief Operating Officer from 2002-2005. He is currently Founder, Chairman and President of The Zaf Group, a family office engaged in operating and advisory activities.
Recent developments
AI summary of recent coverageRecent coverage has focused on Zafirovski's departure from Nortel in 2009, as well as earlier reporting on compensation practices at wireless firms during a period of industry turmoil. The headlines reflect broader interest in executive leadership transitions and executive compensation during challenging business conditions in the technology and telecommunications sectors.
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Key Facts
Source: Wikidata ↗- Born
- November 14, 1953 · Skopje
- Citizenship
- United States
- Education
- PennWest Edinboro
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Mike S. Zafirovski: FAQ
- Who is Mike S. Zafirovski?
- Mike S. Zafirovski is the President and Chief Executive Officer (Nortel, 2005-2009) of Nortel, based in Canada.
- Where did Mike S. Zafirovski work previously?
- Earlier roles include Nortel (CEO, until 2009).
- Where was Mike S. Zafirovski educated?
- Mike S. Zafirovski studied at PennWest Edinboro.