Shervin Gerami

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Shervin Gerami is a seasoned CEO, operator, and technologist with over 25 years of experience building, scaling, and transforming venture-backed and growth-stage companies at the intersection of AI and telecommunications. He blends operational rigor, strategic insight, financial expertise, and deep industry relationships to drive business growth, create market-leading companies, and unlock long-term value.

His career spans founding startups, leading operational scale-ups, and guiding acquisition strategies, giving him a comprehensive perspective on the lifecycle of high-growth companies. Recognized for taking ventures from concept through critical growth phases to successful outcomes, Shervin has delivered measurable results for investors, employees, and customers alike.

Gerami served as the CEO of TeleWorld Solutions from 2009 to 2020, scaling the company from a startup to a national leader in turnkey network services, which culminating in its acquisition by Samsung Electronics America in 2020. He also founded SmallCellSite.com in 2016, building an award-winning marketplace for small cell deployments. The company received the CTIA Emerging Technology Award in 2016 and was later acquired by a publicly traded company in 2021.

Currently, Shervin serves as an Operating Partner at Cerberus Capital Management, where he works hands-on with portfolio companies to solve operational, financial, and strategic challenges. In this role, he leverages his leadership experience and deep expertise in AI and telecommunications to:

  • Drive operational excellence and scale high-growth companies.

  • Mentor and strengthen executive teams.

  • Implement AI + telecom innovations to improve performance and competitiveness.

  • Align financial and operational strategies to maximize growth and sustainable value.

Passionate about helping founders and operators achieve market leadership, Shervin continues to dedicate his career to scaling companies that shape industries, accelerate innovation, and deliver lasting impact.