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Samsung Canada hires Raj Doshi as new head of mobile


MISSISSAUGA, Ont. — Samsung Electronics Canada announced last week P. Raj Doshi (above) joined the company as its new head of mobile business in July.

“In his new role, Doshi will oversee the growth and profitability of the division as it continues its steady market expansion in smartphones, tablets, PCs, wearables and mobile audio,” reads a press release.

Before joining Samsung, Doshi was an independent consultant, and prior to that, he worked at Rogers Communications for 30 years, according to his LinkedIn profile. His most recent position there was as executive vice-president of Rogers’s 5G program, and he previously led the company’s consumer wireless business as executive vice-president for several years.s.

Doshi will report directly to Jeff Jo, Samsung Canada’s president and CEO.

“Raj is the latest example of our efforts and ability to attract the country’s best and brightest talent as our company furthers its strong growth trajectory. He comes with the added experience of having worked closely with our team on a range of projects over the years,” said Jo, in the press release.

“I am thrilled to take on this new role with the talented team at Samsung Canada. The company’s performance is consistently outstanding and the commitment to innovation across a breadth of consumer and business products is second to none,” Doshi said.

“As mobile technology continues to play a critical role in our lives, with a connected ecosystem at the heart of this experience, I’m excited to push this vision forward in Canada and help create a brighter future for all,” Doshi added.

Photo courtesy of Samsung Canada.