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Why would OpenAI put “regulatory engagement” under a consumer-and-enterprise growth VP in Southeast Asia?
Take-away When expanding via regional hubs, regulation becomes a go-to-market dependency, so it sits with growth leaders who align country rules with partnerships and adoption.
OpenAI has appointed Sandhya Devanathan as Vice President for Southeast Asia and Australia to oversee not just consumer and enterprise growth but also to manage partnerships, regulatory engagement, and operations in the region. The inclusion of regulatory engagement in her role can be understood in the context of OpenAI's expansion strategy in the Asia Pacific, which involves opening new offices in Singapore, Tokyo, Seoul, and other regional hubs [1], [2]. Regulatory engagement is crucial for navigating different country-specific policies and regulations, which supports both consumer and enterprise adoption strategies effectively [1].