Meta executive Sandhya Devanathan joins OpenAI to lead Southeast Asia and Australia operations

OpenAI has appointed Sandhya Devanathan to oversee its operations in Southeast Asia and Australia. In her new role, Devanathan will manage the company’s regional strategy, partnership development, and compliance with local regulations across the two markets.

Devanathan brings experience from her previous positions at OpenAI, where she focused on expanding the organization’s footprint and fostering collaborations with industry and government stakeholders. Her appointment follows the company’s recent efforts to strengthen its presence in the Asia‑Pacific region, a key area for growth and innovation in artificial intelligence.

The move underscores OpenAI’s commitment to expanding its global reach while ensuring that its services meet the regulatory and cultural needs of diverse markets. Devanathan’s leadership is expected to drive further integration of OpenAI’s technologies into the region’s emerging tech ecosystems.