David brings distinguished leadership experience and renowned transformative impact to Mimecast and his deep understanding of the technology ecosystem.
“Joining Mimecast as VP and GM of APAC and Japan is an honor, and I look forward to working alongside our growth-driven team in the region,” said Sajoto
“Together, we are focused on strengthening partnerships and seizing new opportunities to expand our solutions,” he said.
As a cybersecurity expert in identifying emerging trends and optimising market strategies, David has helped shape some of the most influential initiatives in the tech industry.
Known for his customer-centric approach and fostering a collaborative culture, he is committed to driving both innovation and business growth.
David has played a pivotal role in guiding organisations through digital transformations and helping them navigate complex challenges in the rapidly evolving tech landscape.
David was recognised as ‘Business Leader of the Year’ at the Asia Pacific Business Awards 2023-2024 for exceptional leadership and significant contributions to the growth and development of businesses in the Asia Pacific region.
Prior to Mimecast, David served as the Senior Vice President for Vectra AI in Asia Pacific and Japan. In his impressive career, he has held various leadership roles in sales and management at companies including ExtraHop, Ixia, BMC Software, Gigamon, Oracle, and Dynatrace.
He also has a double degree in Computer Science and Engineering and Master’s in Business Systems from Monash University.
Outside of work, David is committed to giving back to the community through volunteer initiatives, particularly in delivering food to elderly, single individuals in his community and is passionate about using technology for social good.
“We’re thrilled to have David as the new VP and GM for Asia-Pacific and Japan. We welcome his exceptional leadership and expertise,” said David Helfer, Chief Customer & Revenue Officer at Mimecast.
“He is the ideal addition to our team and will play a key role in the strategy of our business innovation and strengthening our partnership across the region,” he said.
Data from Mimecast’s Q1 2024 report shows that small businesses are now the prime targets of cyberattacks, with the volume of threats reaching an alarming 40 per user.
Employees at small and medium-sized businesses continue to face more than twice the number of threats compared to their counterparts at larger enterprises.
