Thomas Helbo has been named as the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at VodafoneZiggo. He succeeds Eben Albertyn, whose departure from the Dutch operator was announced in July 2023.
Helbo has been Chief Transformation & Strategy Officer at TDC NET, COO at JT Global and CTO at Tele2 in Sweden.
In his new role, Helbo will manage the Technology department, with a strong focus on automation and simplification of processes. This includes the implementation of VodafoneZiggo’s renewed strategy, delivering customers secure and seamless connections via the network and IT platforms. He’ll also ensure that VodafoneZiggo remains at the forefront of technological progress and operational efficiency.
Commenting on his appointment Helbro said: “I look forward to contributing to an improved customer experience and innovating as CTO at VodafoneZiggo. I am committed to providing secure, reliable and seamless connectivity to all our customers through our technologies radically simplify it and seamlessly align it with our overarching strategic goals, so that we perform optimally as an organisation.”
Jeroen Hoencamp, CEO at VodafoneZiggo, added: “I have full confidence in Thomas and I am convinced that he will add a lot of value and experience to VodafoneZiggo from his previous roles in telecommunications and the technology sector. Together with our Senior Leadership Team, we continue focused on our renewed strategy to deliver the best networks for our customers.”
