T-Mobile CEO Mike Sievert is stepping down

A significant leadership change is on the horizon for T-Mobile. After more than five impactful years at the helm, CEO Mike Sievert is set to transition from his role, with the mobile carrier's current Chief Operating Officer, Srini Gopalan, stepping in as the new CEO on November 1st. Sievert will assume the position of vice chairman, marking a new chapter for the Un-carrier.

A Look Back at Sievert's Transformative Tenure

Mike Sievert took the reins from the iconic John Legere in 2020, following the monumental merger of T-Mobile and Sprint. His time as CEO has been defined by strategic growth and bold acquisitions. Under his leadership, T-Mobile expanded its reach and capabilities, notably acquiring Mint Mobile (partially owned by Ryan Reynolds) and agreeing to purchase most of US Cellular. While navigating these expansions, Sievert also oversaw some contentious decisions, including adjusting diversity, equity, and inclusivity policies to facilitate the acquisition of fiber brand Lumos.

Introducing the New Leader: Srini Gopalan

Srini Gopalan, appointed as COO in March 2025, is no stranger to the telecom world. His extensive background includes over eight years as a board member at Deutsche Telekom, along with executive roles at Vodafone and the Indian mobile telecom provider Bharti Airtel. Interestingly, Sievert had denied reports of an early departure earlier this year, though he acknowledged that Gopalan was hired "with the idea of succession planning in mind." This planned transition underscores T-Mobile's commitment to strategic leadership evolution.

T-Mobile's Vision for a Digital-First Future

Gopalan's appointment signals a clear direction for T-Mobile. According to the press release, he will play a pivotal role in leading T-Mobile’s "strategic initiative to become the most data-driven, AI-enabled, digital-first company in the industry." Gopalan himself shared his enthusiasm, stating, "Our culture and brand have made us the most admired and customer-centric company in our industry. What lies ahead of us is even more exciting because over the last 5 years, we have built America’s best network together with digital and AI capabilities that are far ahead of anyone else in our industry." This leadership transition marks a pivotal moment for T-Mobile as it looks to leverage its strong foundation and embrace new technologies under Gopalan's experienced guidance.

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