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John Kim
Senior Director at VMware, Specialist in Wireless Network Technologies
John Kim is an accomplished telecommunications and wireless industry expert currently serving as the Vice President of Technology Development at NextNav.2 With extensive experience in technology and management, he has worked at both successful startups and Fortune 500 companies throughout his career.
Professional Experience
Prior to his role at NextNav, John Kim held several notable positions:
- Senior Director, Service Provider and Edge BU at VMware (June 2022 - Present)1
- Director of Connectivity and Distinguished Technologist at CableLabs (November 2019 - June 2022)1
- Director, RAN Technology at SmartSky Networks, LLC (April 2018 - November 2019)1
- Director, Technology Development at Dish Network (April 2013 - March 2018)1
Expertise and Skills
John Kim is skilled in:
- Technology and product development
- Strategic planning
- Program management
- Regulatory affairs
- Business development
He has a proven track record in various wireless technologies, including FCC regulations, 3GPP standards, 4G, 5G, LTE, 600 MHz, 3.5 GHz CBRS, mmWave, Unlicensed LTE, and Small Cells.
Education
John Kim studied Electrical Engineering at:
- Carnegie Mellon University
- University of Michigan
- Georgia Institute of Technology
Certifications
He holds several professional certifications, including:
- Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) from The Linux Foundation
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate
- AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner1
Throughout his career, John Kim has demonstrated leadership in challenging initiatives and building strong teams in the telecommunications and wireless industry.
