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Aeris Communications provides cellular IoT connectivity, security, software and support for enterprises running large-scale IoT deployments across sectors such as energy, transportation, retail and healthcare. The company operates a global IoT network connecting over 100 million devices and expanded through its 2023 acquisition of Ericsson's IoT Accelerator platform.
Founders & leadership
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Syed Zaeem HosainCo-Founder & Chief EvangelistSyed Zaeem Hosain is co-founder and chief evangelist of Aeris Communications, which provides cellular IoT connectivity and management platforms for enterprises. His background includes expertise in Unix systems, telecommunications protocols, wireless and cellular data technologies.
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Aziz BenmalekBoard Director & CEOAziz Benmalek held leadership roles at Microsoft, where he grew the cloud business to $4B in revenue, and at Sage North America, managing a $1.4B division. He is currently CEO of Aeris Communications, a cellular IoT connectivity and security platform serving enterprises across energy, transportation, retail and healthcare sectors.
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Nick JonesChief Financial OfficerHe brings experience in financial strategy and operational improvement across technology companies.
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Drew JohnsonChief Technology OfficerDrew Johnson is Chief Technology Officer and Head of Engineering & Operations at Aeris Communications, an IoT connectivity platform. He previously held VP of Engineering roles at Openwave and Director of Engineering at SoloMio, and began his career at Compaq Computer working on mobile computing devices; he holds a Master's degree in Artificial Intelligence from the University of Illinois.
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Jon ConnetChief Product OfficerJon Connet is Chief Product Officer at Aeris Communications, which provides cellular IoT connectivity and software for enterprises. He brings over 13 years of experience in strategy, operations, corporate development, and product management across security, storage, and cloud technologies.
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Mark CratsenburgChief Commercial OfficerHe brings 17 years of experience in sales, business development, and management roles.
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Tracey FelterChief Human Resources OfficerShe previously held HR leadership roles at Fortune 100 companies including GE/NBCUniversal and Honeywell, as well as at private equity-backed iHeartMedia and growth-stage SaaS companies including Fyllo and TMX, gaining experience across media, AdTech, and aerospace sectors.
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Rozi BhimaniGeneral CounselRozi Bhimani is General Counsel at Aeris Communications. She brings experience in consumer protection, marketing compliance, and risk management, having worked with regulatory and enforcement agencies.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Aeris Communications do?
- Aeris Communications provides cellular IoT connectivity, security, software and support for enterprises running large-scale IoT deployments across sectors such as energy, transportation, retail and healthcare. The company operates a global IoT network connecting over 100 million devices and expanded through its 2023 acquisition of Ericsson's IoT Accelerator platform.
- Who founded Aeris Communications?
- Aeris Communications was founded by Syed Zaeem Hosain.
- Who are Aeris Communications's investors?
- Aeris Communications's investors include Cloquet Capital Partners, LLC, TA Associates.