The Road to 800G /1.6T in the Data Center
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Summary
Open, compact modular platforms with pluggable optics are finding a home in data center interconnect applications. With 400ZR/ZR+ in deployment, anticipation is building for 800G and 1.6 Tbps optics. This webinar will look at the system and optical module level trends and advancements for data center interconnect.
Speakers
Josh Seawell
Director of Product Management
Sumitomo Electric Lightwave
With over 20 years of industry experience, Josh Seawell oversees the continued product development and distribution of Sumitomo’s broad portfolio of optical fiber and connectivity solutions for North America and the CALA regions. Meeting the needs of the customer through the continuous innovation of new and better solutions, Josh has led the launch and success of many Sumitomo Electric Industry preferred solutions including the Quantum series fusion splicers and Lynx2 CustomFit® Splice-On Connectors.
Russ Esmacher
Senior Vice President and General Manager of Data Center Interconnect
Marvell
Russ Esmacher serves as Senior Vice President and General Manager of the Data Center Interconnect (DCI) business unit at Marvell, where he leads the strategy, roadmap, and portfolio development for DCI solutions. He oversees product direction, drives investment decisions, and ensures Marvell delivers differentiated solutions aligned to customer and market needs. Russ also builds and maintains deep relationships with customers to support adoption of next-generation technologies.
Russ brings more than 25 years of experience across the communications and cloud sectors, with senior leadership roles at Infinera, Nokia, and Cisco. He is recognized for guiding organizations through transformation, building high-performance teams, and developing trusted relationships with leading customers. He holds a Master of Science in Materials Science and Engineering (Photonics) and a Bachelor of Science in Ceramic Engineering from Clemson University, and has been inducted into the Thomas Green Clemson Academy of Engineers and Scientists.
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