“Joining Mimecast as VP and GM of APAC and Japan is an honor, and I look forward to working alongside our growth-driven team in the region,” said Sajoto 

“Together, we are focused on strengthening partnerships and seizing new opportunities to expand our solutions,” he said.

As a cybersecurity expert in identifying emerging trends and optimising market strategies, David has helped shape some of the most influential initiatives in the tech industry.

Known for his customer-centric approach and fostering a collaborative culture, he is committed to driving both innovation and business growth.

David has played a pivotal role in guiding organisations through digital transformations and helping them navigate complex challenges in the rapidly evolving tech landscape.

David was recognised as ‘Business Leader of the Year’ at the Asia Pacific Business Awards 2023-2024 for exceptional leadership and significant contributions to the growth and development of businesses in the Asia Pacific region. 

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His leadership is set to drive Amperity’s mission to help brands turn complex customer data into meaningful business outcomes.

“We are thrilled to welcome Tony as the new CEO of Amperity,” said Matt McIlwain, managing director at Madrona and Amperity board member,”

“His extensive enterprise software experience in customer relationship management and data analytics, along with his leadership at a global scale, will be instrumental as he leads Amperity through continued growth,”

“I am confident that Tony’s obsession with customer value will take the company to new heights in this AI and data-driven era.”

Throughout his career, Owens has navigated the same customer data challenges that Amperity’s clients face today. This firsthand experience gives him a unique understanding of the pain points that Amperity solves – and the value it provides enterprises.

“I’m incredibly excited and confident in Tony’s leadership as we enter our next phase of growth,” said Derek Slager, co-founder & CTO and board member at Amperity,”

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With nearly 30 years of experience in cybersecurity and IT leadership, Tague will focus on accelerating CrowdStrike’s growth and strengthening its commitment to customers and partners in the region.

He will oversee a go-to-market strategy aimed at expanding the market presence and adoption of the industry-leading CrowdStrike Falcon® cybersecurity platform.

A distinguished leader in cybersecurity and IT, Tague has a strong track record of driving significant sales growth, operational excellence and exceptional customer success.

Most recently, as vice president and managing director of ANZ at Google Cloud Security (formerly Mandiant), he led transformative initiatives that accelerated growth across the region.

Throughout his career at industry-leading companies including FireEye, Veritas Technologies, Symantec, CAI Software, IBM and Fuji Xerox, Tague has consistently built high-performing teams and expanded market presence, delivering outstanding results in both customer engagement and business growth.

“We are excited to welcome Louis to lead our continued growth in Australia and New Zealand, where his extensive leadership experience and impressive track record in cybersecurity and IT make him the perfect fit for this critical role,” said Geoff Swaine, vice president of APJ sales, CrowdStrike.”

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In her role, Masters will focus on driving Smartsheet’s growth throughout the APJ area, collaborating closely with customers and partners to manage essential projects and ensure successful outcomes.

With 25 years of industry experience, Masters is set to accelerate growth for Smartsheet in this dynamic region.

Smartsheet serves companies of all sizes, including 85% of the 2024 Fortune 500, helping them strategically manage projects, analyse complex data, automate workflows, and foster innovation.

By connecting teams and information, Smartsheet enhances both synchronous and asynchronous collaboration, driving productivity and innovation across organisations.

“Building a strong leadership team of proven experts is the foundation for continuous growth in an organisation. Helen has an established track record of driving transformation and scale.” said Max Long, President, Go-To-Market, Smartsheet

“In addition, she has the business acumen and experience to build a culture of collaboration, alignment, and accountability,”

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With repeated success across Asia Pacific and EMEA, Paul has delivered revenue growth, market share, profitability, and operational excellence for organizations like Workday and Dell EMC.

Paul has a long track record of enabling high-performing teams to deliver measurable business outcomes and lead organisational change, especially in times of transition.

In this role, Paul will lead the Cohesity Australian and New Zealand operations, drive strategic initiatives, and ensure the company continues delivering exceptional value to its customers and partners.

With a deep understanding of the industry and a passion for innovation, Paul is well-equipped to guide the team toward even greater customer and partner success.

Specifically, Paul will look to expand Cohesity’s capabilities to help its customers build and maintain cyber resilience in a time of unprecedented uncertainty around data breaches and threats.

Paul noted that recent research commissioned by Cohesity had revealed that many organisations, including in Australia, overestimate their cyber resilience capabilities and maturity, leading to significant business continuity disruptions and ransom payments.

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The strategic transition strengthens Lendela’s leadership as it accelerates its journey of growth and customer-centric innovation in Singapore, Hong Kong, and Australia.

As Deputy CEO, Axel brings over a decade of multinational expertise in marketing, brand direction, and business growth to Lendela’s executive leadership, integrating what was already a pivotal role within the company with its long-term strategic planning, operational decision-making, and organisational goals.

In his expanded role, Axel will work closely with CEO Nima Karimi and the senior leadership across all functions to enhance operational excellence, identify new opportunities for growth, and scale the business across the region.

“I am incredibly excited about this new chapter for both Axel and the company,” said Nima Karimi, CEO of Lendela.

“Axel has been an integral part of Lendela’s success over the last five years, and his leadership on marketing, brand, and growth has been instrumental in positioning us as a leader in APAC’s lendtech space.”

His new role will allow us to harness this very strategic vision and expertise more broadly across the business as we continue to scale in APAC.”

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Mark Hilder has been appointed as the new General Manager of the New South Wales branch. Mr Hilder has been a core member of the Pronto Software team for 17 years and moves into the role from his previous position as a Business Relationship Manager for NSW.

Pronto Software is also pleased to announce that Anthony Nicholl, formerly General Manager of the South Australia and Western Australia branch, will be stepping into the role of National Branch Operations Manager.

This appointment will expand Mr Nicholl’s remit to include responsibility for Pronto Software branches in Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia and Western Australia.

The leadership changes align with Pronto Software’s growth ambitions as well as its commitment to customers, with the appointments set to strengthen operations, deliver national efficiencies and bolster customer satisfaction.

“I am very pleased to make these two appointment announcements,” said Chad Gates, Managing Director at Pronto Software.

“Mark has been with us for 17 years and is highly regarded by team members and customers alike. I am always delighted to promote from within and know Mark will dedicate himself to the further success of the NSW business.

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At Mimecast, she will spearhead incremental partner generated business through resellers, managed service providers, distributors and the company’s tech alliance partners.   

“I’m delighted to step into this new role at Mimecast and contribute to the growth-focused work with valued partners. As technology evolves, it enhances our solutions, and I look forward to working closely with partners to deliver comprehensive offering for our customers,” Hughes said.   

Prior to this role, Lizelle was the leader of the ISV & SaaS Partnerships team at Microsoft Australia collaborating with software, SaaS and Startup companies that are innovating to deliver new products and services.   

Lizelle has worked at Amazon Web Services, NetApp and ManageSoft Corporation. She has helped grow strategic ICT consultancies and their partnerships with AWS, advising on sales, marketing and business growth strategies.

In 2016, Lizelle was Highly Commended by ARN Australia Women in ICT for achievement in the Channel; and again a “Finalist” in 2018.   

She’s passionate about people, their personal growth, mentoring, corporate diversity & inclusion and works towards empowering refugees to settle into Australian society.

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Warwick Kirby succeeds Jude Jacobs, the founder and former CEO of ReadiNow, who has been at the helm since the company’s inception. In a statement, Jude Jacobs expressed his confidence in Warwick Kirby’s ability to lead ReadiNow into its next phase of growth and innovation: 

“Leading ReadiNow from its early days to where it stands today has been a truly rewarding experience. I’m truly appreciative of all that our team has accomplished together and am eager to support Warwick as he leads the company on its next journey,”

“With Warwick’s extensive experience and expertise, I am confident that the company will continue to grow and achieve significant milestones in the industry.” 

The transition of the CEO role represents a pivotal moment in the company’s history. As the founder, Jude Jacobs will continue to serve as a strategic advisor, ensuring a seamless transition. 

Warwick Kirby, who has held senior leadership positions at various prominent technology companies, including Oracle, Revelian, and Camms Group, is known for his growth record and dedication to driving positive change.

His leadership style, marked by collaboration and a forward-thinking approach, builds upon the solid foundation established at ReadiNow. 

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Before taking the reins at Canberra Cyber Hub, Dr. Gardiner was the Canberra Branch Manager for the ACS, where she made significant strides in promoting science.

Her dedication was honored by the Royal Australian Chemical Institute in 2012. Beyond her leadership roles, Dr. Gardiner has been a driving force in advancing educational and employment opportunities within the STEM fields.

The Canberra Cyber Hub described Dr. Gardiner’s appointment as a “powerhouse” addition to their team.

“We are delighted to welcome Vicki to the role,” said Dr. Michael Frater, Chair of the Canberra Cyber Hub, in a statement,”

“Her extensive experience in workforce development and her commitment to diversity will be invaluable as we continue to build Canberra’s standing as a leader in the cyber industry.”

Dr. Gardiner’s impressive background includes authoring the Tasmanian Women in Engineering Strategy and leading a project aimed at helping women transition into ICT roles.

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