HONG KONG: Equinix, Inc. (Nasdaq: EQIX), the world’s digital infrastructure company®, today announced the appointment of Haris Izmee as Managing Director of Equinix Indonesia, a joint venture company between Equinix and PT Astra International Tbk (“Astra”), with immediate effect. In his new role, Haris will spearhead the company’s growth strategy and drive expansion efforts in Indonesia, including the recently announced JK1 International Business ExchangeTM (IBX®) data center in Jakarta.
Haris, who holds an Aeronautical Engineering degree from Queen Mary University of London, brings nearly 25 years of experience in cloud computing, aerospace, and technology, with a strong track record of driving growth and business transformation across ASEAN markets. He has held leadership roles at major companies like Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Microsoft, leading expansion and market penetration efforts. Aviation and space have been his passion since childhood.
Merrie Williamson, Executive Vice President and Chief Customer and Revenue Officer, Equinix, said, “We are thrilled to welcome Haris to Equinix to lead our team in Indonesia as we accelerate our expansion and build a world-class team in this exciting new market. Our presence in Indonesia will add a high-growth market to Equinix’s extensive network of interconnected data centers worldwide. You’ll hear more from Haris in the coming months as we approach the launch of JK1 and continue our growth in this strategic region.”
Haris Izmee, Managing Director, Equinix Indonesia, added, “I’m excited to join Equinix in its momentous journey in Indonesia! This dynamic market holds immense potential, and as a leading data center provider, Equinix is uniquely positioned to drive growth and innovation here. I’m passionate about leveraging Equinix’s robust platform to make a significant impact on Indonesia’s digital landscape and contribute to the broader region’s advancement. I look forward to collaborating with the team and unlocking new opportunities in this vibrant market.”
In April 2023, Equinix and Astra announced a joint venture with a 75% and 25% equity stake, respectively, known as Equinix Indonesia, to develop the digital infrastructure in Indonesia that multinationals and local businesses need to accelerate their digital transformation.
