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Mike Thompson

Vice President, Global Network Automation Practice Leader, Nokia
Castle Rock, Colorado,United States
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Mike Thompson's Overview

Total Experience35 years
CompanyNokia
CountryUnited States

Michael "Mike" Thompson is an American politician serving as the U.S. Representative for California's 4th congressional district since 1999 (previously the 1st and 5th districts due to redistricting). A member of the Democratic Party, he is a senior member of the House Ways and Means Committee. Thompson is a Vietnam War veteran, having served in the U.S. Army with the 173rd Airborne Brigade, where he was a platoon leader and was wounded, receiving a Purple Heart. Before his congressional career, he served in the California State Senate. His legislative priorities often include healthcare, tax policy, gun violence prevention, veterans' affairs, and issues pertinent to his district, such as agriculture (notably wine) and natural resources.

Professional Summary

Mike Thompson's work history includes a series of influential roles in various companies. Here is a detailed list of his professional journey:

Nokia - Vice President, Global Network Automation Practice Leader (2020 to Present)
Charter Communications - Senior Director, Core Optical Planning and Design (2018 to 2020)
Cisco - Software and Networking PLM Leader for SP (2016 to 2017)
Cisco Systems - Global Leader for SP Networking (2013 to 2014)
BearingPoint - Senior Manager (1997 to 1999)
Verizon Communications - Sales Manager, Network Integration (1996 to 1997)
Verizon - Systems Engineering Manager, Network Integration (1993 to 1996)

Notable Achievements

Senior Member of House Ways and Means Committee

Serves on the influential committee responsible for taxation, tariffs, and other revenue-raising measures, as well as Social Security, Medicare, and unemployment benefits. Chairs the Subcommittee on Health.

Co-founder and Co-chair of the Congressional Wine Caucus

Advocates for the American wine industry, representing a significant wine-producing region in California. Works on legislation and policy affecting grape growers and vintners.

Vietnam War Veteran and Purple Heart Recipient

Distinguished military service during the Vietnam War, which informs his strong advocacy for veterans' rights and benefits in Congress.

Chair of the House Gun Violence Prevention Task Force

Leads efforts within the Democratic caucus to promote and pass common-sense gun safety legislation to reduce gun violence in the United States.

Authorship of Key Legislation

Successfully authored and co-authored numerous pieces of legislation related to healthcare access (e.g., telehealth expansion), veterans' benefits, conservation efforts, and tax relief for families and small businesses.

Educational Background

Master of Science, Information Management

Stevens Institute of Technology - Year 1987

Bachelor of Engineering, Electrical Engineering and Computer Science

Stevens Institute of Technology - Year 1984

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Company Overview

Nokia
Total employees86689
HeadquartersEspoo
Founded1865

Nokia is a Finnish multinational telecommunications, information technology, and consumer electronics company. Today, Nokia is a leading B2B technology innovation leader pioneering the future where networks meet cloud. The company focuses on network infrastructure, mobile networks, cloud and network services, and Nokia Technologies (patent and technology licensing). Nokia creates value with intellectual property and long-term research, driven by the award-winning Nokia Bell Labs. Service providers, enterprises and partners worldwide trust Nokia to deliver secure, reliable and sustainable networks.

Nokia Stock Information
Nokia, Inc. is listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki under the ticker symbol NOKIA. The company went public on June 12, 1915

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