• The 12-month program focused on equipping young Emiratis with the skills and experience needed to lead in the telecommunications sector.
  • To conclude the program, participants engaged with experts, networked, and experienced cutting-edge demos at the Ericsson Experience Center, Stockholm.

e&, the global technology group, and Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) have concluded the inaugural Excelerate& program. With participation from e&’s top youthful Emirati talents, the year-long program has been successfully completed with an educational trip to the Ericsson headquarters in Stockholm, Sweden.

Launched in 2024, the program aims to cultivate both deep technical expertise and strong business acumen, while fostering an innovative culture and exposure to global best practices. Excelerate& plays a vital role in transforming young Emiratis into future telecom leaders.

With activities and monthly developmental workshops, the program tackled subjects like 5G architecture, data networks, cloud technology and telecom APIs, culminating in a final workshop through an educational visit to Ericsson’s global headquarters in Sweden. During the visit, the participants were able to engage with researchers, executives and designers at the Ericsson Experience Center, participate in networking opportunities, and witness cutting-edge demos in the telecommunications industry.  

The Excelerate& program embodies e&’s commitment to shaping the UAE’s digital future by empowering the brightest Emirati talents. During their transformative visit to Ericsson’s headquarters in Stockholm, participants immersed themselves in cutting-edge innovations like AI-driven networks and 5G advancements, gaining unparalleled insights into global telecom trends. This initiative not only hones their technical and leadership skills but also inspires them to drive the UAE’s Centennial 2071 vision, fostering a generation of telecom leaders ready to innovate and connect communities worldwide.

Ericsson’s long-standing presence in the region reflects its commitment to local talent development. Building on decades of partnership with e&, Excelerate& program was launched to sharpen Emirati tech leaders in 5G, data science, and cloud. Ericsson continues to invest in empowering young professionals through training, mentorship, and upskilling initiatives to lead the digital future.

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About e&

e& is a global technology group committed to advancing the digital future across markets in the Middle East, Asia, Africa and Europe. With the group's financial performance in 2024 showing a consolidated revenue of AED 59.2 billion and a net profit of AED 10.8 billion, e& continues to maintain its position as a financial powerhouse, reflected by its strong credit rating and solid balance sheet. 

Founded in Abu Dhabi over 48 years ago, e& has evolved from a telecom pioneer into a technology group. Its footprint now spans 38 countries, offering a comprehensive portfolio of innovative digital services ranging from advanced connectivity, entertainment, streaming and financial services to AI-powered solutions, cloud computing, ICT, cybersecurity and IoT platforms. 

The Group is structured around five core business pillars: e& UAE, e& international, e& life, e& enterprise and e& capital, each catering to distinct customer and market needs. These pillars empower e& to lead in various sectors, from telecom and digital lifestyle to enterprise services and venture investments. The ongoing strategic investments in AI, IoT, 5G and cloud services reinforce its leadership in the global technology landscape, driving the future of smart connectivity and innovation. 

Driven by innovation, sustainability and a commitment to digital empowerment, e& is set on creating a smarter, more connected future for individuals, businesses and communities. 

To learn more about e&, visit eand.com.