Nadir Mohamed, the former President and CEO of Rogers Communications, has passed away at the age of 69. The cause of his death has not yet been disclosed.

Mohamed's career with Rogers began in August 2000, when he joined the company. From 2001 to 2005, he served as the President and CEO of Rogers Wireless, showcasing his leadership during the early years of a rapidly evolving telecom landscape. In 2005, he was promoted to President and COO of Rogers Communications Group, and in March 2009, he succeeded company founder Ted Rogers as President and CEO—a position he held until his retirement at the end of 2013.

During his tenure, Mohamed played a critical role in the growth and development of Rogers, transforming it into one of the largest wireless carriers in Canada. He adeptly guided the company through various challenges posed by competition and technological advancements in the industry. Notably, in 2013, he was part of negotiating a landmark $5.2 billion exclusive broadcast deal for NHL hockey rights, marking one of the biggest agreements in the company's history.

Edward Rogers, Executive Chair of Rogers, expressed deep sadness at Mohamed's passing, describing him as “an exceptional leader, a deeply respected executive, and a generous person.” He highlighted Mohamed's significant contributions to the company's success and the broader community during a transformative period for both Rogers and the telecom industry at large.

Tony Staffieri, the current President and CEO of Rogers, called Mohamed “a remarkable leader who played a pivotal role” in the company and the Canadian business community. He acknowledged Mohamed's legacy of innovative achievements and his passionate contributions to Canada’s innovation agenda, emphasizing his gracious leadership style and the impact he had on those around him.

After retiring from Rogers, Mohamed co-founded ScaleUp Ventures, an initiative aimed at funding and fostering start-up technology companies across Canada. His commitment to nurturing the next generation of innovators extended to his role as Chair of the Digital Media Zone (DMZ) Ventures at Toronto Metropolitan University. Until last year, he also served as chair of Alignvest Management Corp. and was a director of the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board. Mohamed's philanthropic efforts included board positions with Tennis Canada, the UHN Toronto General & Western Hospital Foundation, and he was a founding board member of NEXT 36/NEXT Canada.

In recognition of his entrepreneurial spirit and community contributions, Mohamed was awarded the Order of Canada in 2019, a prestigious honor that underscores his impact in both the business realm and society.