Rima is a seasoned independent board director and strategic visionary with a distinguished career in the mobile industry. As Chief Strategy Officer at Verizon and CEO North America at Ericsson, she has led corporate strategies, mergers and acquisitions, and managed multibillion-dollar P&Ls, driving transformative change and product innovation. Rima’s exceptional leadership and contributions to the industry were recognized with the 2024 Outstanding Contribution to the Mobile Industry Chairman’s Award from GSMA. 

Demonstrating a strong commitment to corporate governance and oversight and providing a unique blend of strategic and operational expertise, Rima has held board positions in major corporations, including Loblaw Companies Limited, Mastercard Inc., and Great-West Life. Recognized for leadership in the World Economic Forum and leading industry associations, she has played a crucial role in shaping and influencing global mobile trends.

Drawing from her extensive global experience, Rima has navigated transformative shifts in the mobile and tech sectors, embracing disruptive innovation with a deep understanding of emerging technologies. She led the accelerated 5G adoption and managed large-scale operations, including network infrastructure and technology development, delivering high-quality products and services to customers worldwide. 

With an MBA from McGill University and executive education from Harvard and Columbia, Rima continues to elevate industry standards and drive innovation, making a lasting impact on the mobile industry.