CMC Networks Appoints Mahesh Jaishankar to Spearhead AI Strategy
CMC Networks, a prominent networking provider in Africa and a subsidiary of center3, has announced the appointment of Mahesh Jaishankar as its new Managing Director. This strategic move underscores CMC’s commitment to leveraging artificial intelligence to revolutionize connectivity solutions across Africa and the Middle East. Jaishankar’s extensive experience is expected to be instrumental in driving the company’s AI-powered vision forward.
# Focusing on AI-Driven Connectivity
Jaishankar’s appointment is directly linked to CMC Networks’ ambition to solidify its position as a leader in AI-driven connectivity, particularly through the accelerated adoption of AI for IT Operations (AIOps). He succeeds Marisa Trisolino, who departed in April 2025, and brings to the role over two decades of experience in building and scaling digital infrastructure businesses. His previous roles include senior positions at Google, du, and datamena, where he successfully transformed datamena into a key global digital hub. At datamena, he connected hyperscalers, OTT players, and various enterprises to the burgeoning markets of the Middle East and Africa. Most recently, Jaishankar was advising Arthur D. Little.
With Jaishankar at the helm, CMC Networks is poised to enhance its network capabilities and provide cutting-edge, AI-driven solutions to its clients throughout Africa and the Middle East. His proven track record in building successful digital infrastructure businesses makes him ideally suited to lead CMC into a new era of AI-powered connectivity.
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