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STL strengthens its leadership team in the US and Europe to accelerate growth and innovation

Aug 12, 2025 · Source: cision
STL strengthens its leadership team in the US and Europe to accelerate growth and innovation

MUMBAI, India and LONDON and LUGOFF, S.C., Aug. 12, 2025 -- STL (NSE: STLTECH), a leading optical and digital solutions company, today announced the appointment of experienced senior executives to drive its growth ambition in the US and Europe regions, marking a key move in expanding its regional presence and delivering next-generation optical solutions.

STL, with over 30 years of Optical expertise, is one of the very few players to have end-to-end capability across the fibre value chain, starting with glass preform, fibre, cables, Optical Connectivity solutions and finally a Data Centre portfolio. STL is well poised to drive its growth momentum with its established design and innovation centres and top talent across India, North America and Europe.

STL has hired the following leaders in key roles – Jimi Barker as Chief Business Officer, Data Centres, ONB, Tom Boswell as Head of Presales for Europe/UK Optical Connectivity Business, and Amir Sekhawat as Business Head of Copper Business in the past quarter/s.

Jimi excels at fostering innovation and driving process improvements across business lines, with expertise in the telecommunications and data infrastructure industries, including distinguished service in the U.S. Military.

Tom is a seasoned telecom leader with deep expertise in access, carrier networks, and physical infrastructure. He excels at designing fibre and copper network solutions and has worked for 30 years in British Telecom/Openreach.

Amir brings with him more than twenty years of global experience in copper and fibre communication solutions and new product development, working with the likes of Superior Essex in the US and Nexans in Europe.

Rahul Puri, CEO of Optical Networking Business, STL, warmly welcomed the senior leaders in the organisation. He said: "The addition of these accomplished executives marks a pivotal moment for STL's Optical Business across the US and Europe. Their expertise will not only accelerate our innovation and growth, but also enable us to deliver transformative solutions and enduring value for our customers in these key markets."

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