Baaziz Achour is the Executive Vice President and Chief Technology Officer at Qualcomm Incorporated, where he spearheads the company's global technology strategy, research and development, and innovation initiatives. Responsible for shaping Qualcomm's long-term vision in wireless communications, artificial intelligence, edge computing, automotive technologies, and the Internet of Things, Achour oversees a vast portfolio of Corporate R&D efforts aimed at pioneering next-generation solutions like 5G Advanced and 6G. His leadership ensures Qualcomm's technological edge in semiconductors and connectivity, driving partnerships with industry leaders and governments worldwide. With over 25 years in the semiconductor and telecommunications industries, Achour joined Qualcomm in 1999, rising through key engineering and executive roles, including Senior Vice President of RF Front-End and Modem R&D. Prior to Qualcomm, he held positions at IBM Microelectronics, where he specialized in RF integrated circuits and wireless systems design. Achour holds a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Paris-Sud and a PhD in Microelectronics from the National Polytechnic Institute of Toulouse, complemented by numerous patents in RF and wireless technologies. Under Achour's guidance, Qualcomm has achieved breakthroughs in integrated RF solutions, power-efficient modems, and AI-optimized processors, solidifying its dominance in mobile and connected ecosystems. A frequent speaker at global forums like MWC and IEEE conferences, he has been instrumental in advancing standards for sub-6GHz and mmWave spectrum, earning recognition as a visionary leader in the evolution of wireless connectivity.