Andy Hicks

Andy Hicks serves as a Senior Principal Analyst at GlobalData Plc since July 2018, focusing on competitive analyses in telecom operations technology, conducting custom engagements, and publishing industry commentary. Prior experience includes roles at IDC, where Andy led research on communications service providers in EMEA, and at The National Research Exchange as Managing Director, facilitating equity research coverage. Additional consultancy experience encompasses positions at firms like Pfizer and Aventis Pharmaceuticals, alongside early technical consultancy at Mobilocity. Educational qualifications include an A.B. in Russian Studies from Amherst College and advanced degrees in Russian and Czech Literature from Columbia University.