AnyMind Group [TSE:5027], a BPaaS company for marketing, e-commerce and digital transformation, has today announced four leadership appointments, including the appointment of Chief Operating Officer for Southeast Asia.
The appointments include:
- Masaki Okawa as Chief Operating Officer, Southeast Asia,
- Siwat Vilassakdanont as Managing Director, New Ventures, Thailand,
- Tatum Kembara as Managing Director, Growth and Partnerships, Indonesia,
- Takahiko Iwabuchi as Country Manager, Thailand.
On the appointments, Kosuke Sogo, CEO and co-founder, AnyMind Group, said: “These appointments give us leverage to double down on our existing business areas and expand our business model to create a new generation business infrastructure for enterprises, publishers and creators around the world.”
Masaki Okawa was previously Managing Director of Strategy at AnyMind Group, and joined the company in April 2025. Since joining, he has strengthened the company’s global business partnership strategy, sharpened the strategic direction for the D2C/e-commerce and marketing business units, and accelerated group-wide people and organization transformation initiatives. Prior to joining AnyMind Group, Okawa held leadership roles at Procter & Gamble, most recently as Vice President, Oral Care, Japan/Korea & Innovation Leader of Asia, Middle East and Africa. He is also non-executive Chief Strategy Officer of Logipeace. As Chief Operating Officer, Southeast Asia, AnyMind Group, he will lead the company’s business and operations for the region.
On his appointment, Okawa said: “In the past months, I’ve seen firsthand the strength of AnyMind’s people, technology and ambition. As I step into this new role, my focus is on turning that ambition into even greater regional momentum, including scaling our new generation business infrastructure with a focus on Southeast Asia, strengthening our business units, and empowering our teams to deliver transformational impact for our customers. We have the foundation, and now it’s time to accelerate.”
Siwat Vilassakdanont was previously Managing Director of Thailand, and also oversaw the business in the Philippines and Cambodia for AnyMind Group. Vilassakdanont joined AnyMind Group through the acquisition of Thailand-based creator network, Moindy in 2019, where he was Managing Partner. His career spans investment banking and consulting. In his new role, Vilassakdanont is responsible for AnyMind Group’s New Ventures portfolio in Thailand, driving innovation, exploring new revenue opportunities and forging strategic pathways that extend the company’s ecosystem.
On his appointment, Vilassakdanont said: “After seven incredible years building success at AnyMind Group, I am excited to embark on yet another journey. This new role is truly a testament to AnyMind’s philosophy of ‘Growth for Everyone’. I am grateful for all the support of my team members from the Philippines, Thailand, and Cambodia who have made our journey a success so far. As our company grow and transform, I am humbled to play a role to support new business creation, innovation, and strategic partnerships for our ecosystem.”
Tatum Kembara was previously Managing Director of E-Commerce Enablement for AnyMInd Group, and joined the company in 2023 through the acquisition of Digital Distribusi Indonesia, an Indonesia-based e-commerce enabler that Kembara founded and led. In her new role, Kembara will drive growth initiatives and strategic partnerships for AnyMind Group in Indonesia, expanding the company’s footprint and unlocking new avenues for customer and partner value.
On her appointment, Kembara said: “I’m truly energized by the opportunity to take this next step with AnyMind. Indonesia is one of the most dynamic digital markets in the region, and our customers today are looking for deeper partnerships, stronger technology, and a team that can move with speed and precision. In this new role, I’m committed to accelerating our growth engine in Indonesia by strengthening strategic partnerships, unlocking new value for businesses, and driving the next wave of innovation across our ecosystem. I’m incredibly grateful to the teams who have supported this journey so far, and I’m excited for what we can build together in the future.”
Takahiko Iwabuchi was previously Vice President of Business Development for D2C & E-Commerce Enablement in Thailand for AnyMind Group. He joined the company in 2017 through the acquisition of Japan-based publisher trading desk, FourM. As Country Manager of Thailand, Iwabuchi will be responsible for the company’s business and operations in Thailand.
On his appointment, Iwabuchi said: “I’m proud of how our business in Thailand has grown in recent years, and I want to recognize the exemplary work of the leaders and teams who built this foundation so far. Thailand’s digital landscape is evolving at a remarkable speed, with businesses accelerating their shift toward integrated, data-driven operations. In this new role, I’m committed to helping brands, publishers and creators tap into this momentum by expanding the reach of our technology and ecosystem, and unlocking a new phase of growth for AnyMind in Thailand.”
