Tuesday, 13 May 2008

Adobe Appoints Managing Director for SEA

Adobe Systems has appointed Ashley Wearne, as the new Managing Director for its South East Asia operations.

Based in Singapore, Wearne will be tasked with the development and growth of Adobe’s business in the region and further strengthen the relationships between its customer and partner communities.

“Wearne’s broad and extensive experience in the IT industry will be of great value to Adobe as we continue to pursue growth opportunities in the region,” said Julian Quinn, Vice President for Asia Pacific, Adobe Systems Pte Ltd.

Prior to joining Adobe, Wearne was the Vice President for Australia, New Zealand, South East Asia and India for McAfee. In that position, he was responsible for growing McAfee’s customer base and developing partnerships and business alliances.

“Adobe is an established leader with compelling industry-leading products and I am delighted to be part of the Adobe family,” said Ashley Wearne, Managing Director, South East Asia, Adobe Pte Ltd.

“I am looking forward to forging new alliances and strengthening existing relationships within our customer and partner communities.”

Wearne holds a degree in Economics from The Flinders University of South Australia.