Veeam Appoints Industry Veteran Laksana Budiwiyono as New Country Leader for Indonesia

The landscape of data resilience in Indonesia is entering a significant new chapter. Veeam Software, a global leader in data resilience solutions, has officially announced the appointment of Laksana Budiwiyono as the new Country Leader for Indonesia. This strategic move is widely seen as a major push by the company to solidify its footprint in Southeast Asia's largest economy, particularly as local organizations grapple with increasingly complex digital transformation challenges.

Laksana Budiwiyono is far from a newcomer to the Indonesian tech scene. Before stepping into this role at Veeam, he served as the Country Manager for Trend Micro Indonesia. His transition to Veeam is expected to bring a wealth of experience in cybersecurity and enterprise solutions, helping the company advocate for world-class data resilience strategies across various sectors in the country.

A Strategic Vision for Indonesia's Digital Future

In his new capacity, Laksana is tasked with spearheading Veeam’s growth strategy in Indonesia. His primary focus will be assisting organizations in navigating the rapidly evolving technological landscape, where data is no longer just an asset but the very lifeblood of business operations.

During his official statement on Monday, August 4, 2025, Laksana expressed his enthusiasm about the new role. He noted that he feels honored to join Veeam at such a pivotal moment for Indonesia’s digital transformation. He highlighted that as cyber threats become more sophisticated and the demand for continuous data access grows, his commitment is to empower both customers and partners with Veeam’s robust solutions. His ultimate goal is to protect critical data, foster innovation, and ensure that business continuity remains uninterrupted regardless of the challenges faced.

Backed by Regional Leadership

The appointment has received strong support from Veeam’s regional executive team. Beni Sia, Senior Vice President of Veeam Asia Pacific and Japan, welcomed Laksana warmly. According to Sia, Laksana’s deep industrial knowledge, proven leadership track record, and genuine passion for technology are the key ingredients needed to accelerate Veeam’s growth in the region. The company is confident that under Laksana’s guidance, Indonesian organizations will be better positioned to achieve true data freedom and resilience.

A Career Defined by Excellence

Laksana Budiwiyono brings over 25 years of extensive experience in the IT industry, specifically within the realms of cybersecurity and enterprise solutions. His tenure at Trend Micro was marked by significant success, where he led data-driven sales strategies that resulted in impressive double-digit annual growth. This track record of high performance is what Veeam hopes to replicate within its own operations.

Beyond Trend Micro, Laksana has held various senior executive positions at major industry players, including VMware, iForte Solusi Infotek, and the Metrodata Group. Throughout his career, he has built a reputation as a visionary leader who prioritizes customer success. His ability to deliver outstanding sales performance has earned him several prestigious industry awards over the years.

A Solid Academic Foundation

What sets Laksana apart is not just his professional experience, but also his diverse and rigorous academic background. He holds a Master of Technology Management from Universitas Multimedia Nusantara and a Master of Law from Universitas Pancasila. Furthermore, he completed the Engineer Professional Program at the Sepuluh Nopember Institute of Technology (ITS) and holds a Bachelor’s degree in Informatics Engineering from Universitas Kristen Duta Wacana.

With this blend of technical expertise, legal understanding, and management prowess, Laksana Budiwiyono is well-equipped to lead Veeam Indonesia into a future where data resilience is at the heart of every successful digital enterprise.