David Kozicz
President – AFL Network Services

As President of AFL Network Services, David brings a wealth of transformational operations and enterprise experience, built on a deep understanding of and focus on customer-centric objectives and results.

With over 25+ years of global leadership experience in the telecom and service industry, David delivers through innovation and collaboration, to generate tremendous customer outcomes and bring the full complement of AFL Network Services’ strengths to exceed expectations.

Kathy Kirkup
Chief Financial Officer - AFL Network Services

Kathy is Chief Financial Officer for AFL Network Service and is responsible for the finance and accounting functions of the business. Kathy has been leading the financial operations for over five years.

Kathy has over 30 years of experience leading finance teams within the telecommunications, cable, broadcasting and oil and gas industries. Previously Kathy held financial leadership roles with Platinum Communications, Midfield Supply and Monarch Communications.

Kathy is a designated Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA, CA).

Paul El-Asmar
Senior Vice President – Engineering and Construction

Paul is Senior Vice President - Engineering and Construction and is responsible for tactical planning, fielding, permitting and detailed design of telecommunications networks. Paul also leads teams across the full value chain of telecommunications outside plant construction including civil construction, cable construction, splicing, and SFU/MDU connect for AFL Network Services.

Paul has earned a reputation as an operational and people-focused executive who excels at delivering exceptional customer service and growing the business. Paul has won both the Fujikura President’s award and the AFL President’s award in recent years.

Paul has over 25 years of experience leading teams in the telecom sector around the world, including Europe, the Middle East and across North America.

Andrew Strain
Vice President - Premise Services

Andrew is Vice President, Premise Services and is responsible for leading the overall growth and operations of the residential telecommunications partnerships for AFL Network Services across Canada. Andrew ensures all aspects of the residential installation and repair experience are exceptional for both partners and customers with a focus on operational excellence. Andrew has over 20 years of experience leading large teams across Canada within the telecom sector including various executive positions with Shaw Communications.

Ali Moosa
Vice President – Client Success and Customer Operations

As Vice President, Client Success and Customer Operations for AFL Network Services, Ali is responsible for end-to-end project management and material procurement/distribution for Canada. As a customer focused leader, Ali ensures all stakeholders are in sync to deliver projects on time, within scope and on budget. In recent years, Ali won the AFL president’s award for exceeding customer success metrics.

Ali has been with AFL for over 14 years and has a proven track record for driving cross-functional operational efficiency, innovative thought leadership and financial management.

Irene Bidinger
Executive Director – Human Resources

Irene is Executive Director – Human Resources for AFL Network Services and is responsible for leading the HR function which includes talent acquisition, performance management and development, engagement, succession planning, payroll and benefits, as well as, communications and community engagement.

With a career spanning 17 years across the engineering consulting and mining industries, including eight years in leadership roles, Irene has acquired expertise in setting HR strategies and practices that encompasses all facets of the field. Irene is a skilled and trusted people centric advisor who plays a key role in servicing our business partners.