Google Cloud has strengthened its leadership team in Southeast Asia with the appointment of Saruj Thipsena as Country Manager for Thailand and Karim Siregar as Country Director for Indonesia. The leadership changes come as demand for cloud computing, artificial intelligence (AI), and digital transformation solutions continues to accelerate across the region.
The appointments reflect Google Cloud’s growing focus on helping organizations move beyond AI experimentation and adopt practical, business-driven applications that deliver measurable outcomes.
Google Cloud Expands Leadership Presence in Southeast Asia
As businesses across Southeast Asia increasingly invest in AI-powered technologies, cloud infrastructure, and digital innovation, Google Cloud is positioning itself to support enterprises, startups, financial institutions, and public sector organizations in their transformation journeys.
The company believes Thailand and Indonesia represent two of the region’s most significant growth opportunities as organizations seek scalable cloud solutions and AI-driven capabilities.
Saruj Thipsena to Lead Google Cloud’s Thailand Operations
In his new role, Saruj Thipsena will oversee Google Cloud’s business strategy in Thailand, including sales operations, customer engagement, partner ecosystem development, and overall business growth.
Thipsena brings extensive experience in cloud technology, cybersecurity, data analytics, and artificial intelligence.
Prior to joining Google Cloud, he served as Executive Director and Chief Technology Officer at STelligence, where he led projects focused on AI adoption and advanced data analytics. His work included supporting strategic initiatives such as Thailand’s TH2OECD National Project, helping organizations leverage emerging technologies to solve business challenges.
Earlier in his career, Thipsena held senior leadership positions at Microsoft Thailand, including Deputy Managing Director of the Cloud Solution Unit and Chief Information Security Officer, where he played a key role in helping enterprises adopt cloud technologies, strengthen cybersecurity frameworks, and explore generative AI solutions.
Karim Siregar to Drive Google Cloud’s Growth in Indonesia
Google Cloud has also appointed Karim Siregar as Country Director for Indonesia, one of Southeast Asia’s fastest-growing digital economies.
In this role, Siregar will lead Google Cloud’s local business operations, strategic initiatives, and customer engagement efforts while helping organizations accelerate their AI transformation and digital modernization programs.
Most recently, Siregar served as Chief Information Officer at PT BFI Finance Indonesia. He was also the founding President Director of PT Bank Jago and previously served as CEO of Dkatalis Digital Labs, where he helped build one of Indonesia’s early digital banking ecosystems.
With more than three decades of experience, Siregar has held leadership positions at major financial institutions including Bank BTPN, Bank Danamon, and Bank Mega. His expertise spans digital banking, financial inclusion, technology infrastructure, enterprise transformation, and innovation-driven growth.
AI Adoption Driving Cloud Demand Across the Region
The appointments come at a time when organizations across Southeast Asia are increasingly investing in artificial intelligence and cloud-based technologies to improve efficiency, enhance customer experiences, and drive business growth.
Industries such as banking, retail, telecommunications, healthcare, manufacturing, and technology startups are actively exploring AI-powered solutions to gain competitive advantages and improve operational performance.
Google Cloud believes the region is entering a new phase of digital transformation where enterprises are moving from AI pilots to large-scale implementation.
Thailand Emerging as a Key Digital Economy Hub
Commenting on the company’s regional growth strategy, Mark Micallef highlighted Thailand’s growing importance within Southeast Asia’s digital economy.
“Thailand is a critical growth engine for Southeast Asia’s digital economy, and our US$1 billion investment in Thailand and new cloud region in Bangkok reflects our absolute commitment to serving the country and our customers here,” he said.
Google Cloud’s investment in Thailand includes the development of its cloud infrastructure and the launch of a dedicated cloud region in Bangkok, aimed at supporting businesses with improved performance, data residency, and scalability.
Strengthening Google Cloud’s Regional Expansion Strategy
The leadership appointments underscore Google Cloud’s broader strategy of expanding its footprint across Southeast Asia as enterprises increasingly adopt cloud-native technologies and AI-driven business models.
With experienced leaders now heading operations in Thailand and Indonesia, Google Cloud aims to deepen customer relationships, accelerate cloud adoption, and help organizations unlock new growth opportunities through advanced digital technologies.
As AI continues to reshape industries globally, Southeast Asia is emerging as one of the fastest-growing markets for cloud computing and digital transformation, creating significant opportunities for technology providers and businesses alike.
Ruchi Kumar is the associate editor at Entrepreneur News Network and TVW News India, where she leads editorial strategy, brand storytelling, and startup ecosystem coverage. With a strong focus on innovation, business, and marketing insights, he curates impactful narratives that spotlight India’s evolving entrepreneurial landscape. She has written extensively on fintech, AI and emerging startups.