Core Insights - Nokia announced changes to its Group Leadership Team, with Federico Guillén set to retire on 31 December 2025, stepping down as President of the Network Infrastructure business group on 30 June 2025 [2][5] - David Heard has been promoted to President of Network Infrastructure, effective 1 July 2025, and will join the Group Leadership Team [3][8] - Victoria Hanrahan will join the Group Leadership Team as Chief of Staff to the President and CEO, effective immediately [7][8] Leadership Transition - Federico Guillén has played a crucial role in building a profitable Network Infrastructure business and has overseen significant portfolio changes, including the divestment of the Submarine Networks business and the acquisition of Infinera [5][6] - David Heard, previously Chief Strategic Growth Officer at Nokia and former CEO of Infinera, brings extensive experience in the telecom industry and a strong focus on innovation [4][6][9] - The transition aims to ensure continuity and leverage David Heard's expertise in scaling businesses and driving innovation [6][8] New Appointments - Victoria Hanrahan's role as Chief of Staff will focus on strategic and operational initiatives, enhancing cross-functional execution and organizational alignment [7][8] - Both new leaders will report directly to Nokia's President and CEO, Justin Hotard, with David based in Dallas and Victoria in Espoo [3][7]