Christian Eriksson

Mehdi Quraishi is Director of 5G, Edge AI Solutions and Innovation at Verizon Business, where he leads a high-performing team driving the adoption of private 5G networks, Edge Computing, and AI. His work focuses on enabling organisations, particularly across industrial sectors, to unlock real business value from next-generation connectivity. With over 25 years of experience in digital technology, Mehdi brings deep expertise across industries including manufacturing, transport, energy, and logistics. He has a strong track record of designing and delivering large-scale, mission-critical solutions that enhance operational efficiency, resilience, and innovation. In his current role, Mehdi is responsible for shaping advanced 5G, edge, and AI architectures, developing use case-led strategies, and delivering measurable business outcomes through Verizon’s global technology portfolio. He has played a key role in some of the most advanced private network deployments across Europe, supporting the digital transformation of complex industrial environments. A recognised industry voice, Mehdi is passionate about bridging the gap between technology and real-world outcomes, helping organisations harness intelligent networks to power the next wave of industrial innovation.