Kurt Arries

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About Kurt Arries

Seasoned SAFe Agile product leader and accomplished professional in technology experienced in launching & scaling diverse technology products. Thrive when working in complex, multinational environments. Adept in technical and business acumen - from the engineers on the ground to C-suite leadership. Works on high strategic international prioritized projects across Africa & Europe. Passionate about driving transformation, network modernization, and evolving digital platforms - won Vodacom CEO team award for Market Onboarding where I lead the successful projects in country and remotely. At Vodafone Business, I lead the platform product management and ownership of a cutting-edge assurance platform for the Innovation Research & Development Hub in Malaga, Spain. I have successfully managed end-to-end product and solution design, implementation, and optimization for high-impact business demands with strategic or commercial relevance. I hold an MBA and a Master of Science in Big Data and Business Intelligence from Universidad Isabel I, as well as a Masters Program in DevOps Engineering from Simplilearn. I also have a BSc in Informatics from the University of South Africa and an Engineer's degree in Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering from Cape Peninsula University of Technology. Proven ability to set strategic direction, craft compelling visions, and develop comprehensive roadmaps to drive growth and market success. Expertise in igniting innovation, fostering cross-functional collaboration, and aligning marketing and product propositions to achieve seamless customer experiences. Enjoy solving problems and an driven by my relentless curiousity. Experience in the RAN, Core, Mobile Network, OSS & BSS strategy, design, architecture, automation, optimization, E2E planning and operations for the Vodafone Group of companies. I always prioritize customer experience, simplicity & growth, believing that value lies in what is used and not only what is created. I often take bold take calculated risks, equipping teams with the necessary skills teams to achieve high-performance results. Strong lead in software engineering & platform development, providing assurance & enhanced capabilities using machine learning & generative AI.