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Meet Edwige

Finding Inspiration at Every Turn

Edwige A. Robinson is a transformational leader and distinguished innovator who consistently bridges the gap between engineering, technology and business. The West Africa Native, from Cote d’ Ivoire, is recognized as one of the nation’s most powerful Women in Tech.

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With 25+ years of experience in Technology & Leadership realms, she believes in a more diverse & inclusive Tech World!

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Edwige A. Robinson is a transformative force in the world of technology. Recognized as a subject matter expert, speaker, and visionary, Edwige seamlessly combines her engineering proficiency, technological acumen, and business expertise to bring the future to the present for both her team and customers. One of her superpowers is her ability to take complex ideas and simplify them to enable accelerated business growth. Her collaborative approach across Fortune 100 enterprises has proven to be a winning strategy for transformation. With over 27 years in telecommunications and technology, she specializes in leading strategic initiatives that drive transformative change within Fortune 100 companies. Her previous role at industry leaders like T-Mobile Edwige directed multi-billion-dollar projects in engineering, operations, and risk management, focusing on operational excellence, cost efficiency, and rapid market deployment. Moreover, in telecom giants like CommScope, Verizon Wireless, Nortel, AT&T, and Comcast NBC Universal, Edwige has honed her ability to adapt quickly to market shifts and evolve legacy systems into agile, efficient operations. 

 

Her journey in technology began as a Field Technician, navigating the streets and scaling rooftops in Washington, D.C. It was in these humble beginnings that she realized the impact on customer experience and the power of strategic planning. 

 

Today, acknowledged as the third-ranked leader in Telco and Innovation by Mobile Magazine and a recipient of the 30 Black Stars Pinnacle Award, Edwige’s impact extends globally. She's recognized in Crain's 2023Chicago Business Notable Women in STEM, a member of Forbes Magazine Technology Council, and listed in Onalytica's Who’s Who in 5G, and March 8's top 100 women in Technology. Edwige is also a member of the Executive Leadership Council, which enables Black executives to positively impact business and their communities.

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Beyond her professional achievements, Edwige is a beacon of hope and courage. Recognized by Aleria Tech as one of the “Awesome Black Women Everyone Should Know” and a mentor for the 1 million STEM women, she exemplifies the possibilities that arise with the right mentors, guidance, and courage. She is a sought-after speaker at global tech conferences as well as at AfroTech and Grace Hopper Conferences. 

 

 

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My Journey

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My Childhood

I come from Abobo, a vibrant neighborhood in Cote d'Ivoire, West Africa. My journey is ONE of adversity, perseverance, and success.


Cote d'Ivoire… A very beautiful country.

 
The land of golden beaches, the world's largest producer of Cocoa, home to the football legend Didier Drogba and host to the largest church in the world.

 
However, poverty, prostitution, and civil unrest are evident as a struggling economy.

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Education

“Why would you go to a country where you cannot even speak their language? Who does that?”

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So, I arrived in the United States holding tightly to my suitcase in my right hand and my English dictionary is in my left hand.

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I quickly seized the opportunity and this graveyard job allowed me to learn about AC/DC, resistors and transistors, different temperatures to test hardware, how to do audits, etc. I was the only female, but I did not care — I was able to take care of myself and also send money back to the Ivory Coast to take care of my family. 

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Career

I served in several Advisory Board's roles driving STEM education to underserved communities.


From the vibrant corners of Cote d'Ivoire to today a SVP at T-Mobile - a fortune 500 company with $70B in revenues, responsible for leading a team of over 4000+ to design, build and operate a cutting-edge 5G network.


The sky is not the limit, because there is no limit!

Belief in yourself.


Believe It’s Possible 

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