Cev Mehdi has extensive experience in global infrastructure planning and network management, currently serving as a Manager in Submarine Cable & FiOS Core Planning at Verizon since October 2012. Mehdi previously held the role of Manager in Global Mesh & Submarine Cable Planning, focusing on Optical Mesh Transport Network and submarine cable systems. Prior to these positions, Mehdi worked in Global Carrier and Contract Management at Verizon from 1997 to December 2011, managing the technical and commercial aspects of product deployment and collaborating with global partners on various connectivity offerings. Cev Mehdi holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Engineering from Oklahoma State University, completed in 1995.