Ofcom UK Appoints New Group Strategy and Research Director

The national UK telecommunications and media regulator, Ofcom, has promoted their existing Competition Director, Yih-Choung Teh, to be the new Group Strategy and Research Director. Yih-Choung was previously Ofcom’s Competition Director and replaces Dr Steve Unger in the strategy role.

Yih-Choung previously worked for a strategy consultancy in the telecoms sector, providing policy and strategy advice to public and private sector clients around the world. Yih-Choung has also held an academic research post in the University of Oxford, having completed a DPhil in Mathematics, researching mathematical models of communication networks. He also has an MA in Mathematics and a Diploma in Mathematical Statistics, both from the University of Cambridge.

Yih-Choung Teh said:

“I’m thrilled to be taking this role at a time of extraordinary change in communications. I look forward to helping Ofcom build on its work to extend mobile and broadband coverage, support our broadcasting and postal sectors, and help the UK remain a world-leader in digital innovation.”

Sharon White, CEO of Ofcom, said:

“I am delighted to appoint Yih-Choung to oversee Ofcom’s strategy and research work. Yih-Choung is a highly experienced and respected colleague, and he brings a broad range of knowledge and leadership qualities to the role.”

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