A New Chapter in Leadership and Community led by Hong Sin Kwek endorsed and supported by Chaicharearn Atibaedya who will assume the role as strategic advisor to ASEAN CXO ASSOCIATION.
For 15 years, the Association has stood as a cornerstone of the technology leadership community across Southeast Asia. We have been the trusted platform where #CIOs connected, collaborated, and championed the transformative power of IT and digital strategy.
Today, we are proud to announce a momentous evolution—a strategic transition that honors our legacy while boldly embracing the future.
Since its inception, the ASEAN CIO Association has been instrumental in:
· Fostering a vibrant peer-to-peer network for CIOs, CTOs, and senior IT leaders to share knowledge and tackle common challenges.
· Providing a voice on technology policy, digital transformation, and cybersecurity across the ASEAN region.
· Curating high-value events, forums kept members at the forefront of technological innovation.
· Building bridges between technology leaders, industry partners, and government bodies.
The dedication of our members, past leaders, and partners has built an incredible foundation of trust and community. This legacy is the bedrock upon which we now build our future.
To reflect the expanding and integrative role of technology in business, we are transitioning to a new structure and identity: the ASEAN CXO Association, registered in Singapore.
This change is more than just a name; it is a strategic expansion of our mission and scope.
Why "CXO"?
The modern business landscape is defined by convergence.Technology is no longer a separate function but is interwoven with every aspect of an organization—from customer experience and marketing to operations, finance, and human resources. The "C-level" conversation is now a cross-functional one.
The ASEAN CXO Association is designed to be the premier forum for this new generation of leaders, including:
· Chief Executive Officers (CEOs)
· Chief Information Officers (CIOs)
· Chief Technology Officers (CTOs)
· Chief Digital Officers (CDOs)
· Chief Security Officers (CSOs)
· And other C-Suite Executives driving holistic business transformation.
While our name and structure are evolving, our core purpose remains steadfast. The ASEAN CXO Association will continue to passionately support our existing community of members while welcoming new leaders to the fold.
You can expect:
· Enhanced Networking
· Expanded Thought Leadership
· Strategic Initiatives
· A Stronger Regional Voice
This transition marks a natural and exciting progression. A stronger commitment to community, knowledge-sharing, and leadership that defined the ACIOA will be amplified ~ ASEAN CXO Association.
Quoted by Emeritus President:
"We honor our past, but our duty is to the future. The transition to the ASEAN CXO Association is a necessary evolution to foster the cross-functional leadership ASEAN demands. This is an acceleration of our mission."
Road to the 9th ASEAN CXO Forum Singapore , 2026 !!!
From 1st Forum Thailand 2012 to 8th Forum Philippine 2024, ACXOA has brought together over 3,470 C-Level leaders across ASEAN, shaping the region’s digital future. 🌏
✨ Now, we’re gearing up for the 9th ASEAN CXO Forum in Singapore 2026, crafting an Intelligent, Secure, Sustainable, Prosperous, and Green Digital Generation.
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