Asian Telecom Summit - February 23, 2026

Ms Loh Woon Sien is the Senior Director of the Infrastructure Planning & Market Development (IPMD) of the Infocomm Media Development Authority of Singapore (IMDA).

She leads the development of policy and regulations to drive the development of digital infrastructure
and the telecommunication market in Singapore, covering domestic and international connectivity and market entry, competition and consumer matters.

Prior to this, she was Director of Strategy and Corporate Planning in IMDA, overseeing development and reviews of programme strategies in IMDA.

Aseem Sharma is the Head of the Telecommunications sector for KPMG Asia Pacific (ASPAC) and a Partner with KPMG in Singapore. With over 20 years of experience in audit and advisory across the Technology, Media & Telecommunications (TMT) sector, he has worked extensively across Asia, Australia, India, and the Middle East.

In early 2023, Aseem transitioned from KPMG Australia to KPMG in Singapore, where he now serves as the lead client servicing partner for some of the largest telecommunications operators in the ASPAC region, overseeing multi‑market engagements and strategic initiatives. In Australia, he led the telecom practice for his business division, and prior to that spent more than a decade with KPMG India with a deep specialisation in the telecom sector.

Aseem is well‑regarded for his pragmatic and collaborative leadership style, fostering strong relationships with Boards, CEOs, CFOs, and senior stakeholders. He is recognised for his commitment to long‑term value creation and for delivering complex, cross‑border engagements for some of the region’s most prominent organisations.

A member of KPMG’s Global TMT Leadership Team, Aseem is closely connected with the firm’s global network and contributes to cross‑region collaboration, global initiatives, and sector strategy for telecommunications.

He has extensive experience managing high‑priority telco accounts across both the Europe, Middle East & Africa (EMA) and ASPAC regions. Aseem has played a key role in the KPMG Global Telco Centre of Excellence and continues to contribute as a subject matter expert on strategic global telecom priorities. He also serves as lead partner for multiple marquee TMT clients across ASPAC and is actively involved in shaping the firm’s thought leadership agenda for the sector.

Earlier in KPMG Australia, Aseem led major initiatives in client delivery quality enhancement, transformation, and audit innovation. He continues to contribute to similar priorities in KPMG Singapore as part of the Transformation Group, driving innovation and elevating service delivery. His experience spans accounting advisory, IPO readiness, and debt financing, and he has been part of the Accounting Advisory and Transactions Services practice. With multiple professional qualifications, Aseem also holds US GAAP and SEC reporting accreditations and contributes to the firm’s US practice in Singapore.

Hazril has over 25 years of experience in the telecommunications industry, bringing a unique blend of strong leadership, technical expertise, and a commitment to customer excellence. His career spans significant achievements, including leading service delivery, service assurance and Sales teams, fostering key partnerships, and overseeing technical operations abroad, notably in Hong Kong.  He has also contributed to major international projects, participating in technical working groups for various submarine cable systems like the SAT-3/WASC/SAFE and APCN2 cable systems. His oversight of international gateway operations has reinforced his reputation as an industry leader.  He holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Telecommunications Engineering from the University of Kent at Canterbury and a Master's Degree in Information Technology from University Teknologi MARA. Hazril enhanced his project management expertise with a Master's Certificate in Project Management from George Washington University before becoming a certified Project Management Professional (PMP), further bolstering his credentials as a leader in the telecommunications sector. He also completed the Industry Immersion for Senior Leaders program at Singapore Management University, strengthening his strategic and leadership acumen.

Melvin is the Senior Director of APAC Partnerships at Airalo. As one of the company’s strategic leaders in the region, he helps to shape the company’s Asia Pacific business vision and strategy by establishing an ecosystem of cross-industry alliances and partnerships in the region.

Melvin is an industry expert with over 20 years of experience in various tourism verticals which include Airlines, Attractions, Cruises, Hotels & Resorts, NTOs, Online Travel Agents and Travel SaaS. His expertise spans across sales and marketing distribution, market penetration, partnerships as well as strategic and financial planning covering global markets. Melvin has excellent communication skills and is a seasoned speaker in various events and conferences.

Prior to joining Airalo, Melvin held senior leadership positions at global tourism companies such as Aviareps, Disney, Travelzoo, Klook and KKday. He also plays an active role in mentoring youths and conducts pro bono volunteer work.

He is a self-made tech entrepreneur, academic, and ICT professional. With more than 20 years of experience, he has worn many hats in the telecommunications and ICT Solutions industries. He is currently the Chief Revenue and Innovation Officer of Eastern Communications (formerly the Vice President and Head of Product and Innovation Division) and is accountable in formulating solutions portfolio strategy and roadmap, creating programs to achieve product performance, and executing every phase of a product’s lifecycle: from ideation & development, market positioning to revenue generation and sales tactics.

Dion is a highly-experienced Partner based in Analysys Mason's Singapore office and leads the Strategy and Regulatory work in the APAC region.  He has undertaken a wide variety of projects with digital infrastructure players, telecom operators, regulators and hyperscalers in Asia–Pacific. He specialises in business planning, valuation, economic impact assessment, technology migration and policy support.

Ahmad Ridhwan Azizan is a Partner Expert at Roland Berger in Southeast Asia, having joined as part of the founding team of Roland Berger Kuala Lumpur in 2011.
He has both consulting and industry experience in the region, the Middle East and the U.S. Since joining Roland Berger, he has been involved in supporting the growth of the TMT practice in the region with a focus on strategy, commercial topics (sales and distribution, marketing, branding) and transformation for both domestic and international players. In addition, he has also been active in contributing to the development of Roland Berger's Malaysia business with both private and public sector clients with significant experience in shaping policy and regulatory reform across multiple topics including digital infrastructure, economic development and competition.

Jawwad Zaki has worked with different service providers and suppliers across Asian telecom markets for over two decades. He has looked after roles involving different functions including project management, digital transformation and strategy execution. He is currently based in Singapore, working as IT Director. Jawwad has led cross-business unit portfolio & performance management for IT and has participated in transformation, digitalization and more recently, AI initiatives.

Timotius Max Sulaiman is the Chief Executive Officer of MyRepublic Indonesia. He leads the company’s growth and transformation as it evolves from a pure fiber broadband provider into a broader connectivity player, expanding beyond FTTH to also deliver Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) solutions.

Having been in the telecommunications, internet, and pay TV industry since 2011, Timotius brings a practical, end-to-end understanding of the business. He joined MyRepublic Indonesia as Vice President Director and Chief Financial Officer, where he helped strengthen the company’s financial structure and operational readiness. In June 2022, he was appointed CEO, taking on the mandate to scale the business and prepare MyRepublic Indonesia for its next phase of growth.

Under his leadership, MyRepublic Indonesia has recorded rapid growth, significantly expanding its homepass footprint, geographic coverage, and subscriber base nationwide. While continuing to strengthen its FTTH network, the company is now accelerating FWA deployment to extend high-quality connectivity beyond traditional fiber reach. In 2026, MyRepublic Indonesia is rolling out FWA services across key regions including Sumatra, Kalimantan, Sulawesi, as well as Bali and Nusa Tenggara, reinforcing its commitment to more inclusive and future-ready digital access across Indonesia.

Abhishek Srivastava is Principal at Arthur D. Little (ADL) Southeast Asia, where he leads the ADL’s TIME practice across the region. He advises clients on go-to-market and portfolio strategy, commercial and regulatory strategy, commercial due diligence, and the business impact of emerging techno-commercial trends (including CPaaS, AI and digital transformation), with sector experience spanning telecom, automotive and healthcare.

Carl R. Cruz is the President and Chief Executive Officer of Globe Telecom Inc., the leading mobile brand and digital solutions provider in the Philippines. Beyond its dominant market position, Globe has remained pivotal in uplifting the lives of Filipinos through technology. Under Carl’s leadership, Globe continues to be recognized as the most reliable and consistent mobile network, serving as a testament to its unwavering commitment to driving digitalization in the country.

With over three decades of global leadership experience spanning telecommunications and fast-moving consumer goods, Carl envisions Globe maintaining its mobile industry leadership while unlocking new growth avenues to enhance customer experience and create long-term value for its stakeholders. Globe is poised to drive further innovation and promote digital inclusion, ensuring that no Filipino is left behind. 

Before joining Globe, Carl served as the Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of Airtel Nigeria, one of Africa’s largest telecommunications providers with over 60 million subscribers. Prior to that, he was Managing Director of Unilever West Africa, where he led operations across Nigeria, Ghana, and Francophone Africa. He also served as Chairman and Managing Director of Unilever Sri Lanka, driving growth in one of the company’s key South Asian markets. Earlier in his career, Carl held senior leadership roles with Unilever Philippines, Hindustan Unilever in India, and Unilever Thailand, consistently delivering strong results in competitive, high-growth environments.

Carl stands as a transformational leader distinguished by his ability to cultivate high-impact teams through talent development and the fostering of a collaborative culture that consistently delivers business success. His strategic acumen is evident in his track record of scaling businesses within competitive landscapes, employing customer-centric strategies to achieve sustainable growth. Bringing a unique global perspective honed through extensive experience in both emerging and dynamic markets, Carl adeptly navigates complex challenges with remarkable agility.

Dustin is the Services Director for GlobalData Asia-Pacific, providing market intelligence, advisory services, and insights to enterprise tech buyers. He specializes in infrastructure and platform modernization, IT services, and security architectures. Dustin contextualizes technology trends and market shifts for key industry verticals, notably Telecoms, BFSI, Industrials and Manufacturing. He also studies the impact of individual departments have on technology purchasing decisions and champions the importance of sales intelligence and enablement.

A frequent speaker and industry judge, Dustin has delivered global keynotes, high- level industry, and client presentations, and has been featured in leading business and technology publications, national TV broadcasts, and webinars.

Dustin holds an MSc from the London School of Economics and a BA from the University of California, Davis.

Khairul Liza Ibrahim brings over 26 years of experience in the telecommunications industry, with a proven track record spanning strategy, product development, and network technology. Appointed as Executive Vice President of TM Global on 1 November 2024, she leads TM’s domestic and international wholesale business, including its global regional offices in Australia, the UAE, Hong Kong, Singapore, the United Kingdom, and the United States, driving the mission to position Malaysia as a regional digital hub. 

In this role, Liza is leading TM Global’s transformation towards next-generation digital infrastructure to power the region’s AI-driven economy. Her priorities include the launch of Malaysia’s first sovereign GPU-as-a-Service, the expansion of hyperconnected, AI-ready data centres in the Klang Valley and Johor Bahru, and the development of data centre-to-data centre (DC-to-DC) interconnectivity, all critical enablers of AI workloads and advanced digital services. 

She is also accelerating the growth of Malaysia’s fibre footprint and strengthening 5G mobile backhaul nationwide, while enhancing cross-border connectivity with Singapore and Thailand. Beyond connectivity, Liza is driving TM Global’s evolution into platform-based services, delivering innovative digital solutions across gaming, media, and computing to support the region’s expanding digital ecosystem.