Ricardo Raineri

Ricardo Raineri, MBA, is a seasoned professional in business development and sales within the fiber optics and telecommunications sectors, currently serving as the Business Development Manager for Latin America and Mexico at VIAVI Solutions since November 2009. With a focus on the Access Solutions Portfolio in the South Region of Latin America, Ricardo has held multiple key roles within VIAVI, including Solutions Manager and Channel Manager, where significant contributions resulted in growing indirect channel business from negligible levels to 40% of total revenues in Brazil. Additionally, involvement as a Technology Committee Member for the Fiber Broadband Association LATAM Chapter highlights ongoing commitment to industry advancements. Ricardo's career includes earlier positions as a Sales Engineer at VIAVI, Nexans Brasil S.A., and Sistronics Instrumentação e Sistemas, as well as foundational experience as a Sales Trainee at Agilent Technologies. Academic credentials include an MBA from FGV EAESP and a Bachelor's degree in Telecom/Electronics Engineering from Universidade Presbiteriana Mackenzie.