OPEN5G - Key Persons


Fabion Kauker - CIO

Job Titles:
  • Chief Information Officer
A leading expert in data modelling, GIS mapping and network design, Fabion brings extensive experience in developing solutions for global networks and multinational technology companies across cloud, fixed/wireless connectivity, computer software and business operations domains. Formerly VP of American Ops at Biarri Networks, Fabion is dedicated to solving last mile problems across many verticals.

Gerry Lawlor - CEO

Job Titles:
  • Chief Executive Officer
Over more than two decades, Gerry has started and led multiple ISPs both regionally and nationally. At T-Mobile, he led the national development and deployment of its home & SMB broadband business. Prior to making his mark in the telecom sector, Gerry led global businesses in the financial industry, where he developed his passion for bringing meticulous research and a unique, boundary-pushing approach to data analysis.

Mike Farmwald - Chairman, Founder

Job Titles:
  • Chairman
  • Founder
A serial entrepreneur with one of the most successful track records in Silicon Valley, Mike has more than 40 years of experience leading several successful tech startups. He holds a doctorate in computer science from Stanford University, where he was a Hertz Foundation Fellow, and has founded six companies, five of which were financed in part by Benchmark Capital, where he is a venture partner.

Tom Hutchinson - CFO

Job Titles:
  • Chief Financial Officer
An experienced finance leader, Tom spent twelve years with T-Mobile USA, holding a variety of finance and analytic roles including Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), Channel Strategy, Strategic Finance, Revenue Planning, and Portfolio Analytics. Most recently, Tom's responsibilities included FP&A for the launch of new Emerging Business segment and M&A support for business combination of T-Mobile and Sprint.