Björn Ekelund is responsible for long-term research in electronics and connected devices in the Ericsson Group. After starting his career as lead systems designer for Ericsson’s first digital mobile phone in the late 80’s he has held leading and executive roles in the Ericsson Group and today leads a global research and innovation organization spanning four time zones. Having numerous engagements besides Ericsson, he is also the chairman of Mobile Heights, Sweden’s largest cluster organization in Tech, and a frequent advisor to both public bodies and industry associations. He is a fellow of the Royal Swedish Academy of Engineering Sciences and holds M.Sc. and Lic.Eng. degrees from Lund University.