Dmitry Strashnov, CEO and market area director for Russia at Swedish telco Tele2, will be leaving the company after four years.
Tele2 announced his departure today and the appointment of Mamuka Markhulia, general council at Tele2 Russia, as interim…
Dmitry Strashnov, CEO and market area director for Russia at Swedish telco Tele2, will be leaving the company after four years.
Tele2 announced his departure today and the appointment of Mamuka Markhulia, general council at Tele2 Russia, as interim CEO.
Strashnov will leave the company on 31 December.
The news comes as Tele2 Russia is facing increased pressure from competitors after it missed out on a licence in Russia’s LTE spectrum auction in July. A MegaFon executive recently said that the operator could acquire Tele2 Russia assets to speed up expansion. Rostelecom has also held talks with Tele2 about ways to combine their operations.
“I would like to thank Dmitry for his extraordinary contribution to Tele2 and his commitment to the long-term positive development of Tele2 Russia,” said Mats Granryd, president and CEO of Tele2. “Dmitry has cemented the company’s position as a true challenger in the Russian market, delivering attractive offerings to the country’s most satisfied customers. He has also laid the foundation for continued excellent results in our operations in Russia.”
Dmitry Strashnov commented about his departure: “After four incredible years within Tele2, it is time for me to seek new challenges. It has been a fantastic journey and I am very proud of what we have achieved. Tele2 Russia is stronger than ever both financially and culturally, ready for the future that lies ahead.”
