Varut Vutipongsatorn
About Varut Vutipongsatorn
Varut Vutipongsatorn serves as the Country Head for AirAsia's Super App and has a background in engineering and technology entrepreneurship. He has held various roles in notable companies, including Lazada, Gojek Thailand, and Boston Consulting Group.
Current Role at AirAsia
Varut Vutipongsatorn serves as the Country Head for the Super App division at AirAsia. He has held this position since 2021, contributing to the development and implementation of strategies aimed at enhancing the user experience and expanding the app's functionalities. His role involves overseeing operations and aligning the app's offerings with market demands.
Professional Experience at Lazada
Varut Vutipongsatorn has extensive experience at Lazada, where he worked in various capacities. He began as an Analyst in 2015 for 7 months, then transitioned to Associate for 8 months in 2015-2016. He later served as a Product Manager from 2016 to 2018 for 2 years. His roles involved analyzing market trends and managing product development initiatives.
Previous Positions at Gojek and BCG
In 2021, Varut worked at Gojek Thailand as the Head of Corporate Strategy for 5 months, focusing on strategic planning and execution. Prior to this, he was with Boston Consulting Group (BCG) from 2018 to 2021, where he held the positions of Senior Associate for 11 months and Consultant for 2 years. His work at BCG involved advising clients on business strategies.
Educational Background in Engineering and Entrepreneurship
Varut Vutipongsatorn holds a Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) in Nano-engineering from Chulalongkorn University (CU). He further advanced his education by obtaining a Master of Science (MSc) in Technology Entrepreneurship from University College London (UCL). His academic background equips him with a strong foundation in both engineering principles and entrepreneurial strategies.
Board Membership at VISAI.ai
Since 2022, Varut Vutipongsatorn has been serving on the Board of Directors at VISAI.ai. In this role, he contributes to guiding the company's strategic direction and overseeing its operations. His experience in technology and strategy enhances the board's capabilities in navigating the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence.