Our Leadership
Global Telecom Engineering is led by industry experts who bring a wealth of knowledge, skills, and wisdom to the business. Their collective experience enables them to navigate complex challenges and adapt to changing market conditions with confidence. Their ability to navigate challenges, make informed decisions, and lead with strategic vision is instrumental in driving the organization toward its goals and ensuring long-term success.
Ahmad Malkawi
Ahmad Malkawi has worked for +20 years in the mobile/wireless industry for tier1 companies including AT&T, T-Mobile and Qualcomm. He founded Global Telecom to address a major gap in the development of modules – the “brains” at the heart of every smart device (from your iPhone to your Roomba and your Nest to your car). Global Telecom is the only U.S. manufacturer of these devices at a time when China has rapidly taken nearly two-thirds market share in recent years. His emphasis on homegrown technology with elite security (a special form of blockchain that keeps foreign entities out of your computer systems) has proven to be very prescient. These “driverless” and “host-less” modules just earned him a second U.S. patent, which was awarded in May 2020. And with 5G finally becoming a reality across the globe, analysts predict the number of modules in our homes and offices to jump by at least 10 fold in the next five years. Ahmad has positioned this company to takeoff with big name partners and proprietary technology that’s second to none.
Most recently, Ahmad led Global Telecom with awards including Association Corporate Growth (ACG), IOT Evolution Product of the year, Hottest New IOT Device and many other awards.
Ahmad Malkawi
Ahmad Malkawi has worked for +20 years in the mobile/wireless industry for tier1 companies including AT&T, T-Mobile and Qualcomm. He founded Global Telecom to address a major gap in the development of modules – the “brains” at the heart of every smart device (from your iPhone to your Roomba and your Nest to your car). Global Telecom is the only U.S. manufacturer of these devices at a time when China has rapidly taken nearly two-thirds market share in recent years. His emphasis on homegrown technology with elite security (a special form of blockchain that keeps foreign entities out of your computer systems) has proven to be very prescient. These “driverless” and “host-less” modules just earned him a second U.S. patent, which was awarded in May 2020. And with 5G finally becoming a reality across the globe, analysts predict the number of modules in our homes and offices to jump by at least 10 fold in the next five years. Ahmad has positioned this company to takeoff with big name partners and proprietary technology that’s second to none.
Most recently, Ahmad led Global Telecom with awards including Association Corporate Growth (ACG), IOT Evolution Product of the year, Hottest New IOT Device and many other awards.
Christy Wheat
Christy has 15+ years of business leadership experience in various disciplines of Sales and Operations for a Fortune 30 company and an IOT start-up. During her career, she has built a reputation for operational excellence, building efficient and effective policies and procedures, as well as being on the ground floor of start-ups and new businesses. Christy also has a passion for talent development, coaching, personal development and servant leadership.
She started her career with AT&T in 2003 in Retail and Sales Operations. Her first significant role for the company was as Chief of Staff to the President of Aio Wireless, a start-up venture within AT&T (now Cricket Wireless), where she was a key contributor to building out the foundation of the business and driving effective and efficient decision making. From this role, she was promoted into the Chief of Staff for the CEO of AT&T Mobility where she was key support person to drive the CEO’s agenda and goals.
In 2017, Christy took on a sales role in a newly created organization to run outside sales in San Diego, Las Vegas, Arizona and New Mexico where she was responsible for 20 sales teams and led the organization in sales in 2018 and 2019. She oversaw all business operations and controls, sales execution, and auditing, inventory management, and people management.
In 2020, Christy became the Assistant Vice President of Operations supporting Fiber Sales and Execution for Retail Sales. This was a newly created role for a key priority of the business to drive Fiber sales and she was able to build a highly efficient team from the ground up and increase fiber sales in all retail markets.
In 2023, after 20 years with AT&T, she took on a new challenge as the Vice President of Operations of Global Telecom Engineering, an Internet of Things start-up. In this role, she has built all policies, procedures and processes from the ground up including Human Resources, Compliance and ISO9001 processes, CRM platform, Go-To-Market, Sales Operations, Business Operations, as well supporting the Board of Directors presentations and planning. Each process is in place with the purpose of scaling and growing the business with simplicity.
Currently, Christy is an advisory member for the Texas A&M Texarkana Women in Leadership Program. She holds a Business Administration degree from the University of Phoenix. Today, Christy resides in Dallas, TX.
Christy Wheat
Christy has 15+ years of business leadership experience in various disciplines of Sales and Operations for a Fortune 30 company and an IOT start-up. During her career, she has built a reputation for operational excellence, building efficient and effective policies and procedures, as well as being on the ground floor of start-ups and new businesses. Christy also has a passion for talent development, coaching, personal development and servant leadership.
She started her career with AT&T in 2003 in Retail and Sales Operations. Her first significant role for the company was as Chief of Staff to the President of Aio Wireless, a start-up venture within AT&T (now Cricket Wireless), where she was a key contributor to building out the foundation of the business and driving effective and efficient decision making. From this role, she was promoted into the Chief of Staff for the CEO of AT&T Mobility where she was key support person to drive the CEO’s agenda and goals.
In 2017, Christy took on a sales role in a newly created organization to run outside sales in San Diego, Las Vegas, Arizona and New Mexico where she was responsible for 20 sales teams and led the organization in sales in 2018 and 2019. She oversaw all business operations and controls, sales execution, and auditing, inventory management, and people management.
In 2020, Christy became the Assistant Vice President of Operations supporting Fiber Sales and Execution for Retail Sales. This was a newly created role for a key priority of the business to drive Fiber sales and she was able to build a highly efficient team from the ground up and increase fiber sales in all retail markets.
In 2023, after 20 years with AT&T, she took on a new challenge as the Vice President of Operations of Global Telecom Engineering, an Internet of Things start-up. In this role, she has built all policies, procedures and processes from the ground up including Human Resources, Compliance and ISO9001 processes, CRM platform, Go-To-Market, Sales Operations, Business Operations, as well supporting the Board of Directors presentations and planning. Each process is in place with the purpose of scaling and growing the business with simplicity.
Currently, Christy is an advisory member for the Texas A&M Texarkana Women in Leadership Program. She holds a Business Administration degree from the University of Phoenix. Today, Christy resides in Dallas, TX.
Mary Grandaw
Mary Grandaw
Saleem Sattar
Saleem Sattar
Kyle Heuer
Kyle Heuer is a seasoned telecom sales leader with extensive experience in mobility and IoT solutions, driving value for businesses through innovative technology and strategic channel partnerships. As Director of Sales at Global Telecom, Kyle leverages his expertise to expand the company’s channel network, empowering resellers, Managed Service Providers (MSPs), and solution providers to deliver powerful connectivity solutions tailored to the needs of a diverse client base.
Over his career, Kyle has held key roles in telecom and IT consulting, where he specialized in building high-impact sales strategies around mobility and IoT. He has a strong track record of helping businesses and government agencies integrate advanced mobile solutions, from fixed wireless and POTS replacements to IoT deployments designed for scalability and resilience. His work in these areas has positioned him as a trusted advisor for clients seeking to modernize and future-proof their operations with cutting-edge telecom technology.
A former Marine Corps veteran, Kyle brings a disciplined and mission-focused approach to his work. His deep knowledge of the industry, combined with his ability to establish and maintain strong channel partnerships, has driven measurable results throughout his career. At Global Telecom, Kyle continues to champion growth and innovation in mobility and IoT, supporting partners as they deliver the connectivity solutions of tomorrow.
Kyle Heuer
Kyle Heuer is a seasoned telecom sales leader with extensive experience in mobility and IoT solutions, driving value for businesses through innovative technology and strategic channel partnerships. As Director of Sales at Global Telecom, Kyle leverages his expertise to expand the company’s channel network, empowering resellers, Managed Service Providers (MSPs), and solution providers to deliver powerful connectivity solutions tailored to the needs of a diverse client base.
Over his career, Kyle has held key roles in telecom and IT consulting, where he specialized in building high-impact sales strategies around mobility and IoT. He has a strong track record of helping businesses and government agencies integrate advanced mobile solutions, from fixed wireless and POTS replacements to IoT deployments designed for scalability and resilience. His work in these areas has positioned him as a trusted advisor for clients seeking to modernize and future-proof their operations with cutting-edge telecom technology.
A former Marine Corps veteran, Kyle brings a disciplined and mission-focused approach to his work. His deep knowledge of the industry, combined with his ability to establish and maintain strong channel partnerships, has driven measurable results throughout his career. At Global Telecom, Kyle continues to champion growth and innovation in mobility and IoT, supporting partners as they deliver the connectivity solutions of tomorrow.