Avanade Appoints Megawaty Khie SE Asia Regional Managing Director

SINGAPORE, January 14, 2025 – Avanade, a leading provider of Microsoft solutions, has announced the appointment of Megawaty Khie as its new Regional Managing Director for Southeast Asia. Effective immediately, Megawaty will oversee business growth and strengthen Avanade’s leadership position across the region, spearheading the integration of Microsoft-driven innovations to meet the evolving digital needs of enterprises and mid-market organisations.

In her new role, Megawaty will guide a team of technology professionals across Southeast Asia, leveraging their expertise to deliver impactful digital transformation strategies for clients and partners in the age of artificial intelligence (AI). She will report directly to Bhavya Kapoor, President for Asia Pacific at Avanade.

“We are thrilled to have Megawaty lead our Southeast Asia business at a time when digital innovation and AI adoption are reshaping industries,” said Kapoor. “Her people-centric leadership and deep understanding of the dynamic Southeast Asian markets will propel Avanade’s growth and empower our teams to deliver meaningful value for our clients and communities.”

Megawaty, who joins Avanade from Google where she led Channels and Strategic Partnerships for Google Cloud Southeast Asia, expressed excitement about her new role. “Avanade is renowned for its Microsoft expertise and innovation,” she said. “I’m honoured to lead the regional business and look forward to driving positive impacts for our clients and communities as Southeast Asia emerges as a leading AI hub.”

Her career spans 30 years, with leadership roles at major technology companies including Microsoft, SAP, IBM, HP, Dell, and Singtel. She also launched Google’s Cloud Region in Jakarta during her tenure as Regional Director for Indonesia and Malaysia.

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